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How Do Adderall and Meth (Methamphetamine) Differ?
Although Adderall and “meth” share similarities, they are not the same chemical. Methamphetamine can be prescribed for ADHD, but only under strict medical oversight. Prescriptions for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medications have been climbing in the United States. (img by Hotel California By The Sea) Amphetamine-based drugs have become among the most commonly prescribed […]
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Understanding the Link Between Cocaine Use and Depression
Key takeaways Cocaine use can produce an excess of dopamine in the brain, potentially leading to lasting problems such as depression and other mental health conditions. The drug may also indirectly promote depression by causing anhedonia (reduced ability to feel pleasure), sleep disturbances, and by worsening underlying contributors to depression. If you’re experiencing depressive symptoms […]
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How Long Does a Cocaine High Last?
The length of a cocaine high varies based on factors like how it’s taken and the amount consumed, but it generally endures for about 15 to 30 minutes. Healthline does not support the illegal use of any drugs. We do, however, aim to provide clear and accurate information to help minimize harm when these substances […]
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Alprazolam (Xanax): How Long It Stays in Your System
One tablet of Xanax reaches its peak therapeutic effect in roughly 2 hours and may remain in your body for about a day. The medication, however, can be identified in blood and urine for a considerably longer period. Factors such as your metabolic rate, the dose taken, body mass, and general health can all influence […]
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Your Guide to Xanax Withdrawal Symptoms and Treatment Options
Xanax withdrawal can produce significant complications if it’s not handled properly. A physician can help you develop a tapering plan if you need to discontinue the medication. Xanax is a prescription drug commonly prescribed for anxiety and panic disorders. It is part of the benzodiazepine family. The generic name for Xanax is alprazolam. Xanax is […]
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What Happens When Xanax and Cannabis Mix?
The effects of using Xanax together with cannabis aren’t well studied, but at low amounts this pairing is typically not dangerous. That said, individuals respond differently, and mixing substances makes outcomes less predictable. If you’ve already combined them, try not to panic. Unless you’ve consumed a large amount of Xanax, this combination is rarely life-threatening. […]
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How Long Can Nicotine Stay in Your System?
The duration nicotine remains in your body varies with how long and how often you’re exposed, and whether you smoked it, chewed it, or inhaled it secondhand. Whenever you smoke cigarettes, use a vape, chew tobacco, or breathe in secondhand smoke, nicotine enters your bloodstream. (img by INNOKIN) Once in circulation, liver enzymes metabolize most […]
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LSD vs. Mushrooms: Same But Different
In November 2020, Oregon residents made history by approving Measure 109 and Measure 110. Measure 109 permits adult use of psychedelic mushrooms in therapeutic contexts. Measure 110 decriminalizes possession of small amounts of all illegal drugs. Given these changes, some wonder whether psychedelics might follow a path similar to cannabis, which is now legal for […]
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The Similarities and Differences of MDA vs. MDMA
MDA and MDMA are related compounds within the amphetamine family, sharing a common chemical core but producing distinct subjective effects. Often referred to by street names like “Molly” and “Sally,” MDMA and MDA are frequently used as recreational party drugs. Although they arise from similar chemical roots, their experiences can differ. One tends to produce […]
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The Truth About Hangover Cures: What Works
Hangovers can be miserable, bringing on headaches, nausea, lightheadedness, excessive thirst, and sensitivity to light or sound. While there’s no miracle cure, several approaches can ease recovery. Curious which hangover tactics actually help? Read on. Roughly of people who drink have reported experiencing hangovers. Healthline consulted with Gantt Galloway, PharmD, senior scientist in the Addiction […]