If overdose is suspected, contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: fast/irregular heartbeat, fainting, severe drowsiness, slurred speech, seizures, mental/mood changes (such as...
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Alternative NamesSubstance abuse recovery and diet; Nutrition and substance abuseInformationSubstance abuse harms the body in two distinct ways:The... Read more »
Substance abuse is the inappropriate use of drugs or alcohol. These substances normally alter people’s judgment, perception, attention and physical... Read more »
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For a POISON EMERGENCY call: 1-800-222-1222 ANYWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in... Read more »