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Drug Abuse: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Strategies

Definition: Drug abuse, also known as substance abuse, refers to the harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs. It often leads to significant impairment or…

DeepakRajput July 13, 2024

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Drug Addiction: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Strategies

Definition: Drug addiction, also known as substance use disorder (SUD), is a chronic, relapsing brain disease characterized by compulsive drug seeking, continued use despite harmful consequences, and long-lasting changes in…

DeepakRajput July 13, 2024

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Anti-Tussive Agents: Definition, classification, pharmacological actions, dose, indications, and contraindications

Anti-tussive agents are medications designed to suppress or relieve coughing. They work by acting on the cough reflex and reducing the urge to cough. These agents are employed to alleviate…

DeepakRajput December 12, 2023

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Anti-Tussive Agents- Definition, Classification, Uses, Indications and contraindications

Definition Anti-tussive agents are medications designed to suppress or alleviate coughing. They relieve excessive or non-productive coughing associated with various respiratory conditions or respiratory tract irritation. Classification of Anti-Tussive Agents…

DeepakRajput December 11, 2023

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Narcotics- Misuse and abuse

In a legal and medical context, narcotics traditionally refer to a class of drugs with analgesic (pain-relieving) properties. These drugs are often derived from opium or synthetic analogs and include…

DeepakRajput December 4, 2023