Codeine Abuse and Addiction It is not a very commonly used recreational drug. Abuse usually starts after the drug is given for some therapeutic purposes, like for treating irritating cough or pain. This drug is a opioid narcotic, and is used as a antitussive to control cough. Also, it’s used as a pain reliever in […]
How Long Does Alcohol Stay in the Body? Alcohol is detectable in blood for about 10 hours after consumption. After that, it is usually not detected. When a person takes alcohol, it slowly enters into its blood stream. While in blood, alcohol is slowly excreted out in sweat, breath and urine. It may be detected […]
Effects of Cocaine on Fetus During Pregnancy The drug is very toxic, both for the baby as well as for the mother’s health. It should never be consumed during pregnancy and lactation. Pregnancy is a phase when you hold responsibility. This is the first promise you make to a soul that you would guard him […]
Quit Smoking – Great Smoke Out During November 2013 The American Cancer Society observes the Great American smoke out day during November each year. Millions of Americans join the society and spend a smoke-free day. This encourages them to quit smoking and use of other tobacco related products in near future. Observing this day is […]
How Long Will Marijuana Take to Get Out of the Body? Q: Hi, my name is Matt. I had been using marijuana daily for 7 months. However, recently I have stopped. I have 32 days today clean. I took a urine screen 7 days ago and tested positive for marijuana (THC). I have been given […]
Cocaine Clearance Time in Long Term Users Q: I am 32, 5’4 about 180 lbs. I was a “few times of week” user of cocaine. I would smoke it, mixed with tobacco. Last time I used was 10 days ago. I have to take a urine test. I have been drinking water and cranberry juice. […]
How to Cleanse the Liver by Natural Ways? Our lifestyle today is polluted with many things that are toxic for our liver. Cleansing the liver would include two things: First is avoiding things that are liver toxic, Second is consuming stuff that cleanse the liver. Foods to Be Avoided Alcohol Caffeinated drinks like coke, tea, […]
Do Legally Prescribed Drug Produce the Metabolite Benzoylecgonine? Q: In what legally prescribed drugs is benzoylecgonine an ingredient. -By Joann, female age 56 Reply: The legally prescribed drugs do not produce benzoylecgonine as a metabolite. That is the reason this metabolite is used for cocaine drug screening, almost as a fingerprint testing. It is very specific. […]
Effect of Alcohol on Blood Pressure Q: Dear doctor, I am a diabetic and blood pressure person taking tablet since last 3 years. Can I consume 50 ml alcohol every day? Will it give any trouble to me? Reply: Alcohol is not a recommended beverage to be taken. It increases blood pressure, both in short […]
Chronic Hepatitis With Acidemia Leading to Cardiac Arrest Q: I have questions regarding my relative’s autopsy and toxic reports. My relative was 26 and weighed 65 kg. The paramedics administered diazepam, epinephrine, atropine and lidocaine. I assume they did that because my research says that’s what they give seizure patients. Do they? The results say: Blood […]
