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Methamphetamine is a psychostimulant that falls under the amphetamine group of sympathomimetic amines. In the brain, it triggers the release of norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin, thus increasing alertness and energy. It is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactive disorder. Methamphetamine is considered a highly addictive drug; hence it is a scheduled drug in most countries.

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Is foul-smelling gas normal in rectal Methamphetamine users?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I read your query and understand your concerns.That smell plus the numbness or tingling you noticed is very concerning. This is not just a “bad bowel movement.

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My heart races, making breathing hard. What can cause this?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

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Does LA harm someone who is taking Methamphetamine?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As such local anesthesia is safe, and one can readily go through the procedure. It is recommended to avoid any sort of illicit substances during anesthesia.

Will methamphetamine use before surgery affect it?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The first thing to do is to share this information with your doctor. He will be a better person to decide whether to postpone the surgery or not.

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Is Rolando's surgery safe after Methamphetamine use?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read through your query in detail. Please find my observations below.

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Is it advisable to use Methamphetamine by a cancer patient while on treatment?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Methamphetamine is a CNS stimulant; it can have a lot of its own side effects.

Can methamphetamine cause skin damage?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. You mentioned that a hot drop of liquid methamphetamine (also known as "ICE") fell on your finger.

I am a meth smoker. I get severe stomach pain, vomiting almost with any food, and feel lumps in stomach.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Methamphetamine is a stimulant. Excessive brain stimulation causes hyperactivity of muscles.

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How to overcome increased heart rate from substance intake?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Aspirin (thrombolytic) has no effect on heart rate. It is pointless to take it.

Red, painful arm after popping blister in Meth addict. Help?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This looks like cellulitis (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it is an infection of subcutaneous tissue. He needs antibiotics and a blood test.

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