The alert does not apply to drugs prescribed by medical professionals and dispensed by licensed pharmacists.
According to DEA lab testing, two out of every five pills with fentanyl have a potentially lethal dose.
Overdose deaths from meth have nearly tripled in recent years.
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The discrepancy can be explained by riskier drug use patterns and higher drug potency, Volkow says.
People might be using drugs alone or in excessive amounts.
The study also showed that American Indian and Alaska Native communities are most at risk for meth misuse.
Public health approaches should be tailored to address the needs of underserved communities, Volkow adds.
Scientists are also researching the effects of Naltrexone and Bupropion on people who have methamphetamine use disorder.
Unfortunately, this cannot save someone who is actively overdosing.
If you have the antibodies, then youre not going to feel anything, Volkow says.
Importantly, your brain will learn that this drug is no longer decreasing your craving; its ineffective.
Phase 2a of the clinical study on antibody use for meth toxicity is expected to complete by September 2022.
Only use drugs prescribed by a medical professional and purchase them from licensed pharmacies to stay safe.
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