Synthetic Cathinones “Bath Salts” Drug Facts
What Are Bath Salts? Synthetic cathinone products sold as bath salts are not actually bath salts, such as Epsom salt that people use during baths. These bathing items do not have mind-altering ingredients. Instead, bath salts are chemically similar to amphetamines, cocaine, and MDMA. They are supposed to be cheap, legal alternatives to more traditional […]
Kratom Has ‘Deadly Risks,’ FDA Warns
There is considerable debate around the classification of kratom. Historically, it has been used to treat an assortment of illnesses, for instance, to ease symptoms of opioid addiction and withdrawal or decrease dependency. Kratom was also used for pain relief, producing euphoria, and fighting off fatigue, particularly among rural areas of Thailand and Malaysia. Nevertheless, […]
K2/Spice (Synthetic Marijuana): What Is It? And Why Is It Dangerous?
Synthetic marijuana, popularly called Spice and K2, is a common drug of abuse because it is easy to find, and standard drug tests cannot detect it. Although the most alarming reason is the misconception that it is natural and harmless. When, in fact, the risk of an emergency room visit is about 30 times higher […]