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j.rubin

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Describe the difference between metabolic tolerance and functional tolerance to alcohol.

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Which of the following statements about ephedra/caffeine supplements is FALSE?
 a. these supplements have cause hundreds of adverse reaction complaints at the FDA
 b. some evidence supports the use of these supplements in weight loss
  c. ephedra bears no resemblance to prescription ephedrine
  d. this supplement combination functions as a stimulant


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Metabolic tolerance is an increased efficiency of removing high levels of alcohol from the blood due to long-term exposure. It may lead to more drinking and possible addiction.

Functional tolerance is an actual change in sensitivity to a drug. It often results in hallucinations and convulsions when alcohol is withheld.

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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