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Is Smoking Methamphetamine Advisable Post Suffering A Concussion?
Question: If you think you may have a concussion can i smoke methamphetamine to stay awake??
Brief Answer:
Definitely NO
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.
I read your query and understand your concerns.
Concussion destabilise the connection between neurons and that same may deteriorate further if meth is used.
Methamphetamine being sympathomimetic increases blood pressure and causes more fisruption in brain and it should be avoided in suspected concussion.
I hope this helps you.
Thanks and regards.
Definitely NO
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.
I read your query and understand your concerns.
Concussion destabilise the connection between neurons and that same may deteriorate further if meth is used.
Methamphetamine being sympathomimetic increases blood pressure and causes more fisruption in brain and it should be avoided in suspected concussion.
I hope this helps you.
Thanks and regards.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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