Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
Episode 11 - Adulterants in street drugs: Does anyone actually know what's in the drugs they use??
Episode 11 - Adulterants in street drugs: Does anyone actually know what's in the drugs they use??
Episode 11 - Adulterants in street drugs: Does anyone actually know what's in the drugs they use??
Sunday 26th September 2021
Discover the hidden dangers of adulterants in street drugs with Dr. Casey Grover. Learn about synthetic opioids and the need for comprehensive testing.
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Get the buttons here!Unseen Dangers: What’s Lurking in Street Drugs?
Fentanyl is sold on the street as a powder and mixed with other products such as heroin or less potent opioids. Fentanyl and fentanyl analogs may go undetected because toxicology labs are unable to detect them.
Ever wondered what’s really in the street drugs your patients are using? Chances are, they don’t know either. In this eye-opening episode of 'Addiction in Emergency Medicine and Acute Care', Dr. Casey Grover dives into the murky world of drug adulterants. From quinine to baking soda, and even levamisole, the episode reveals the shocking substances often found in street drugs. Dr.
Grover reviews recent studies that highlight the unpredictable and dangerous nature of these adulterants, stressing the urgent need for healthcare providers to be aware of what their patients might be ingesting. The episode also sheds light on the rise of synthetic opioids like fentanyl, which often go undetected in standard toxicology tests, posing a significant risk to users. Dr.
Grover emphasizes the importance of understanding polydrug use and the necessity of comprehensive testing for contaminants to provide better care in acute settings. This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in emergency medicine, offering crucial insights into the hidden dangers lurking in street drugs and practical advice on how to address these challenges in clinical practice.