Delta 8, Delta 9, and Delta 10: What Are the Differences?
The cannabis plant is a source of numerous chemical compounds, many of which have psychoactive effects. Among these compounds categorized as new psychoactive substances, delta-8, delta-9, and delta-10 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) have garnered significant attention for their varying impacts on the human body. While similar in chemical structure, these compounds can differ significantly in their effects, […]
Kratom Tea Health Risks and Side Effects
Kratom tea, made from kratom tree leaves (Mitragyna speciosa), has become popular recently as a natural treatment for different health issues. Kratom tea is sometimes seen as a safer option for pain relief or managing opioid withdrawal. Still, it can have serious health risks, drug interactions, and side effects that should not be ignored. What […]
What Is the Risk of GHB Overdose?
Many people take small amounts of GHB, gamma hydroxybutyrate, to help with anxiety or to feel relaxed. GHB is a drug that can produce similar effects to alcohol but without the calories. However, GHB is infamous for its association with sexual attacks, unintentional overdoses, and deaths. GHB misuse is rising among people. Some are aware […]
GHB Withdrawal and Dependence
Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB) is a central nervous system depressant used both medically and recreationally. While it has therapeutic effects, such as treating narcolepsy, GHB also carries a significant risk of dependence and withdrawal. What Is GHB? GHB, or gamma-hydroxybutyrate, is a naturally occurring substance in the human brain that functions as a neurotransmitter. It is also […]
Flakka, the Zombie Drug, Effects
When you use flakka, you’re exposing yourself to a synthetic cathinone that’s roughly 10 times more potent than cocaine. Even a 0.1-gram dose can trigger hyperthermia exceeding 106°F, violent psychosis, and the “superhuman strength” that earned flakka its zombie nickname. You’ll likely experience tachycardia, severe paranoia, and hallucinations. Prolonged use leads to rhabdomyolysis, kidney failure, […]
Kava Addiction
Since the 1990s, a drink made from the kava plant has become more popular in the United States. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) found that many people mix kava with other substances, such as kratom. This is especially common among individuals who like to experiment with mind-altering drugs. Experts express concern because of the […]
Is Kratom Addictive?
Doctors, addiction specialists, and long-time kratom drug users agree it can result in addiction. However, there is an ongoing discussion about whether the likelihood of developing an addiction to kratom outweighs its perceived benefits. Supporters of kratom highlight its historical use in alternative medicine and its plant origin as positive aspects. They urge further research […]
What Is the Flakka Drug?
Flakka is a potent synthetic cathinone (alpha-PVP) that’s classified as a Schedule I controlled substance by the DEA. When you use flakka, it floods your brain with dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin while blocking their reuptake, creating intense euphoria followed by dangerous side effects. You’ll experience rapid heart rate, dangerous hyperthermia, and potentially violent psychotic episodes […]
List of Designer Drugs
The term designer drug sounds futuristic and glamorous, like something tailor-made for a good time. In reality, synthetic drugs or new psychoactive substances (NPS) are highly potent, unpredictable, and addictive drugs gaining popularity with young people. The list of designer drugs includes many substances, from meth to synthetic cannabinoids. Despite passing laws and issuing warnings […]