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What is Pink Cocaine?

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Medically Reviewed by: Eric Chaghouri Pink cocaine is a term that often evokes curiosity and concern. Known on the streets as “tucibi”, “tusi”, or “2C-B”, it’s a synthetic designer drug that combines the properties of a stimulant and a hallucinogen, making it highly potent and dangerously unpredictable. This article explores the substance’s composition, effects, risks, […]

Sexualized Drug Use in the LGBTQ+ Community

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Clinically Reviewed by: Mell McCracken What is Sexualized Drug Use? Sexualized drug use refers to the consumption of drugs specifically to enhance or facilitate sexual experiences. This practice often involves substances such as methamphetamine, GHB/GBL, and mephedrone, which are known to increase stamina, help sexual arousal, enhance pleasure, and reduce inhibitions during sexual activity. Within […]

Cocaine Jaw

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Medically Reviewed by: Eric Chaghouri Cocaine, often referred to by the street name “coke,” is a powerful and addictive stimulant that is derived from the coca plant. It is widely known for its ability to produce short-term euphoria, heightened energy, and a sense of invincibility. However, alongside these fleeting benefits, cocaine use comes with serious […]

Meth Psychosis

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Medically Reviewed by: Eric Chaghouri Methamphetamine, or meth, is a potent central nervous system stimulant that has both short-lived and long-term effects on the brain and behavior. One of the most severe and distressing consequences of meth use is the development of meth psychosis. This condition is characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking, often […]

Freebasing

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Medically Reviewed by: Eric Chaghouri Freebasing is a drug ingestion method that significantly intensifies the effects of substances such as cocaine and nicotine by converting them into their base form, making them more volatile and easy to smoke. This article delves into the serious implications of freebasing, shedding light on its risks, the science behind […]

Heroin Eyes

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Medically Reviewed by: Eric Chaghouri Heroin use is a severe and pervasive issue affecting individuals and communities worldwide. In fact, a to the 2014 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, an estimated 435,000 people in the United States – 0.14% of the population aged 12 years and older inject, smoke, or snort heroin regularly.  […]

What are K18 Pills

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Medically Reviewed by: Eric Chaghouri K18 pills are a type of opioid pain medication, specifically a formulation of oxycodone, which is known for its effectiveness and potency. These pills are primarily utilized in the management of severe pain conditions that require strong pharmaceutical intervention, especially when other medications have not provided adequate relief or when […]

Meth Sores

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Medically Reviewed by: Eric Chaghouri Methamphetamine, often simply known as meth, is a highly addictive stimulant that wreaks havoc on both the central nervous system and various bodily functions. One of the most visible and distressing consequences of chronic meth use is the development of meth sores. These painful lesions not only mar the skin […]

MDA vs MDMA: What’s the Difference?

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Medically Reviewed by: Eric Chaghouri MDA and MDMA, recreational drugs commonly referred to by their street names such as Sally, Sass, Molly, or Ecstasy, can often blend into the background or become mistaken for one another. These psychoactive substances are both entactogens and psychedelics, significantly influencing serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine neurotransmitter levels in the brain. […]

Dangers of Mixing Benzodiazepines and Alcohol

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A survey of 393 people found that approximately 84% of respondents who consumed alcohol at least once a month mixed it with medication. These included over-the-counter (OTC) medications as well as prescriptions such as antibiotics, muscle relaxants, and central nervous system (CNS) depressants. These CNS depressants include benzodiazepines. This is quite alarming as mixing benzodiazepines […]