Noundrug (plural drugs)
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From Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License. A drug, broadly speaking, is any substance that, when absorbed into the body of a living organism, alters normal bodily function. There is no single, precise definition, as there are different meanings in drug control law, government regulations, medicine, and colloquial usage. In pharmacology, a drug is "a chemical substance used in the treatment, cure, prevention, or diagnosis of disease or used to otherwise enhance physical or mental well-being." Drugs may be prescribed for a limited duration, or on a regular basis for chronic disorders. Recreational drugs are chemical substances that affect the central nervous system, such as opioids or hallucinogens. They may be used for perceived beneficial effects on perception, consciousness, personality, and behavior. Some drugs can cause addiction and habituation. Drugs are usually distinguished from endogenous biochemicals by being introduced from outside the organism. For example, insulin is a hormone that is synthesized in the body; it is called a hormone when it is synthesized by the pancreas inside the body, but if it is introduced into the body from outside, it is called a drug. Many natural substances such as beers, wines, and some mushrooms, blur the line between food and drugs, as when ingested they affect the functioning of both mind and body. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License What is the drug/chemical used when putting a dog to sleep? Q. We just had to put one of my mother's dogs down today due to congestive heart failure. I was wondering, and can't seem to find the answer elsewhere, what the drug/chemical they used to euthanize her. They used a sedative first, but the actual drug that stopped her function was purple in color. Anyone know what it is? I'd like to think it was painless, but I'd like to do my own research! Asked by qwerty - Mon Jun 25 23:15:12 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments A. I'm very sorry about your loss. It could be any of the following; Sodium Pentothal, Phenabarbitol or Demerol.They will slowly stop the heart beat. The sedative is given to avoid any waking up of the dog, or any pain it may get. Mostly the drugs won't make your dog have pain at all, but the dog may suddenly wake up and see you there and afterwards run around and cause itself some pain. This is why the sedative is given. I'm so sorry about your loss, you can't imagine how sad it is to have a life in your hands, that you know you will have to put down. I'm sorry, Answered by brbnryn - Mon Jun 25 23:30:07 2007 How does random drug testing for student athletes work? Q. Are they only allowed to drug test you randomly during your sport season or is it throughout the whole year? So say if i were to join cross country in the fall could i still get drug tested in december or after that? Asked by j064227 - Fri Jun 12 02:07:28 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments A. talk to your coach -each school or team will have different rules. submit your list of prescription meds & you'll be fine. Answered by barfly - Fri Jun 12 02:11:38 2009 What is the difference between drug dependency and drug addiction?
Q. Prescription drug policy in many places seems to stigmatize anyone who is taking a narcotic pain reliever. As so often happens, the minority of abusers make it difficult for the majority of legitimate chronic pain sufferers. Asked by Rick - Fri Apr 9 03:08:11 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments A. According to the DSM-IV-TR : there really isn't a difference, actually the term drug dependency is starting to take the place of drug addiction. Yet, another way to look at it is: drug dependency usually occurs when a person is taking a needed medication to treat a disorder such as Xanax for depression. It is an addictive drug, so when the person tries to stop taking it they go through withdrawals. Some anti-psychotic meds, used to treat personality disorders such as antisocial personality, or schizophrenia - are addicted, and the person becomes dependent on them. They need to take the medication in order to function correctly. According to the APA: Drug addiction is a "pattern of compulsive substance use" meaning that the person is… [cont.] Answered by jen - Fri Apr 9 03:45:26 2010 From Yahoo Answer Search: "drug"  newjerseynewsroom.com Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:50:16 GMT+00:00 funds for low-income HIV/AIDs patients newjerseynewsroom.com Nearly 1000 low-income New Jerseyans with HIV/AIDS will be enrolled in a new drug benefit program that will provide free AIDS medications, state Health ... NJ residents with AIDS remain eligible for program that pays for medication ... The Star-Ledger - NJ.com  courier-journal.com Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:04:34 GMT+00:00 task force's top spot Louisville Courier-Journal The board that manages the Bullitt County Drug Task Force has one applicant for the ...  ctvbc.ctv.ca Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:26:56 GMT+00:00 bust CTV.ca The undercover sting was part of the RCMP's attempt to combat the drug trade within the two towns, according to Cpl. Darren Lagan "Like anywhere else, ... Undercover op results in nine arrests, eight charges for drugs The Westerly From Google News Search: "drug"  drugrehab.net 382px x 575px | 29.90kB [source page] treatment center mountainside recognized by governor mountainside treatment program Maureen McCormick tells all about her Brady Bunch past drug addiction and depression photos love Boa t Where Are They Now More Photos MDMA or Ecstasy 3 4 methylenedioxymethampheta mine is a synthetic drug with on how to quit smoking the nicotine patch alcoholism drug and From Yahoo Image Search: "drug"  nejm.org Nakamura, Y. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 20:55:27 GM Editorial from The New England Journal of Medicine Pharmacogenomics and . Drug. Toxicity. From Google Blog Search: "drug" ContentsSourcedCocaine">Cocaine">Cocaine
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