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Arhiv za Higijenu Rada i Toksikologiju, 2021 We believe that analysing pooled urine samples for recreational drugs used at mass events can provide useful information about trends in drug use. An opportunity arose with the Ultra Europe music festival, which is attended by more than 150,000 people ...
Sutlović Davorka +2 more
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Cardiovascular Complications of Acute Amphetamine Abuse : Cross-sectional study
Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal, 2017 Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate cardiovascular complications among patients who abuse amphetamines. Methods: This cross-sectional study took place between April 2014 and April 2015 among 3,870 patients referred to the Toxicology Emergency ...
Elham Bazmi +4 more
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Association of Leukocytosis with Amphetamine and Cocaine Use
The Scientific World Journal, 2014 Objective. Determining the etiology of unexplained leukocytosis in asymptomatic patients may incur unnecessary testing, cost, and prolonged emergency department stay.
John R. Richards +2 more
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The Therapeutic Potential of Amphetamine-like Psychostimulants
Life, 2023 This review delves into the therapeutic applications of amphetamine-type stimulants such as lisdexamphetamine dimesylate, mixed amphetamine salts, 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), dextroamphetamine, and phentermine.
Bruno Pires +6 more
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Understanding the Mechanisms of Action and Effects of Drugs of Abuse
Molecules, 2023 Aim. Drug abuse and addiction are major public health concerns, with millions of people worldwide affected by the negative consequences of drug use. To better understand this complex issue, a review was conducted to examine the mechanisms of action and ...
Daniela-Mădălina Ciucă Anghel +4 more
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Analysis of the association linking the Val158Met polymorphism (rs4680) of the COMT gene and addiction to amphetamines and opioids in Iranian-Azeri Patients [PDF]
مجله پزشکی دانشگاه علوم پزشکی تبریزBackground. Substance dependence, especially on amphetamines and opioids, is a major public health concern that is associated with alterations in the dopaminergic system. The COMT enzyme plays a key role in dopamine metabolism, and the Val158Met (rs4680)
Shahrokh Amiri +5 more
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Comparison of Sensitivity and Specificity of Commercial Amphetamine Tests
AppliedChem, 2023 Drug addiction is a disease that is characterized by a compulsion, a desire to take different substances permanently or for a certain period of time. Numerous negative incidents, such as crimes, work accidents and traffic accidents, are related to using ...
Aleksandra Miłos +4 more
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Health, Social and Recidivism Outcomes Among People Who Have Been Incarcerated in New South Wales, Australia: Study Protocol and Cohort Profile for the Prison Outcomes STudy (POST). [PDF]
Drug Alcohol RevABSTRACT Introduction We have been funded to examine post‐incarceration health and social outcomes for all people incarcerated in New South Wales, Australia, 2000–2022; assess treatment and services for drug dependence and serious mental illness; and project the impact of expanding intervention coverage. We will use a linked cohort, the Prison Outcomes
Degenhardt L +19 more
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Adverse Effects of Medications for ADHD: Priapism with Medication for ADHD
Pediatric Neurology Briefs, 2014 Investigators at Auburn University, Huntsville, AL, and other centers, reviewed reports in the literature (1966-May 15, 2014) of priapism associated with methylphenidate (MPH), amphetamines, and atomoxetine used in treatment of ADHD.
J Gordon Millichap, John J Millichap
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Haseki Tıp BülteniAim: Substance use is a significant public health concern, and early detection is essential for prevention and intervention. The study aimed to assess the prevalence and demographic patterns of substance use, including polysubstance use, based on five ...
Ayla Yildiz
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