Author’s publications
Long-Term Side Effects of Ketamine
By Phil Kosanovich on April 6, 2022
Ketamine has long been used as a short-term general anesthetic in the medical world. Recently it has started to gain popularity elsewhere due to its dissociative effects and potentially effective treatment of mental health conditions, such as depression. But like many drugs, if used and abused, ketamine comes hand-in-hand with several adverse long-term side effects. […]
Ketamine and Alcohol
By Phil Kosanovich on March 31, 2022
Mixing ketamine and alcohol comes with serious, sometimes life-threatening consequences. Individuals who mix ketamine and alcohol increase their chances of urinary tract infections, memory problems, slowed breathing, reduced heart rate, coma, and in some cases, death. What Is Ketamine? Ketamine, also known as Special K, was initially designed as an anesthetic for individuals recovering from […]
How Long Does Adderall Withdrawal Last?
By Phil Kosanovich on March 29, 2022
Adderall is a stimulant medication that belongs to a group of drugs called amphetamines. It is typically prescribed to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy symptoms. Adderall works by stimulating the central nervous system, increasing some of the chemical messengers in the brain involved in motivation, concentration, focus, and reward, resulting in improved focus, […]
Adderall Overdose Symptoms
By Phil Kosanovich on March 24, 2022
Adderall is a prescription stimulant that combines amphetamine and dextroamphetamine to create a potent medication that increases focus, impulse control, and alertness in individuals diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It can also occasionally be used to treat narcolepsy. Taking Adderall may be legal, but it is important to understand that psychostimulants with abuse […]