|
|
In 1844, Charles Goodyear obtained the first patent for a rubber condom.
When intravenous medications are involved in adverse drug events, their harmful effects may occur more rapidly, and be more severe than errors with oral medications. This is due to the direct administration into the bloodstream.
The human body's pharmacokinetics are quite varied. Our hair holds onto drugs longer than our urine, blood, or saliva. For example, alcohol can be detected in the hair for up to 90 days after it was consumed. The same is true for marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, heroin, methamphetamine, and nicotine.
There are more sensory neurons in the tongue than in any other part of the body.
The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.