Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a major problem for guys.  It is one of the worst problems a guy can have.  Nobody wants to have problems in their sex life!  Every man basically prays he does not get this problem.  However, if this problem does happen to you Viagra is one way to solve it.  Here is some information about Viagra and how it can help you.

THE FACTS: WHAT IS VIAGRA?

Viagra is the most prescribed oral medicine for erectile dysfunction (ED).  However, viagra was initially developed to treat heart disease (angina). However, during the trial studies, the penile erection enhancing effects were noticed.   Erectile dysfunction is when a guy has trouble getting an erection.  Worldwide, it has helped 25 million men with ED improve their erections.  Viagra comes in tablet form in dosages of 25mg, 50mg and 100mg.

HOW DOES VIAGRA WORK?

No muscles are involved in an erection, it is all pressure.  The penis contains two cigar-shaped structures, called corpora cavernosa, that it uses to become erect.  If the arteries leading to the penis don’t open up properly, it is difficult or impossible for a man to become erect. This problem is the leading cause of erectile dysfunction.

Medical speak: Viagra works becuase part of the physiological process of erection involves the release of nitric oxide (NO) in the corpus cavernosum. This then activates the enzyme guanylate cyclase which results in increased levels of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP), leading to smooth muscle relaxation in the corpus cavernosum, resulting in increased inflow of blood and an erection.

English:Viagra works by increasing  pressurized blood flow to the penis.  With sexual stimulation, this causes an erection.  Viagra only causes an erection when the man is sexually aroused.

WHY WOULD SOMEONE TAKE VIAGRA?

Someone would use viagra if they were having difficulties getting an erection.  College kids would take this if the size of their erection does not please them.  Also, guys want to impress the girls so they want the biggest and hardest erection possible.

THE PRICE

Viagra is not an over the counter drug, which means you need a prescription for it.  However, you can probably buy a pill for about $10.

DOSAGE FOR VIAGRA

The recommended dosage is take a Viagra 50 mg pill one hour prior to sexual activity. However, you may take Viagra anywhere from 4 hours to 30 minutes before sexual activity depending on how well it works for you.  Viagra can be taken at any time during the day. However, it is not recommended that you take Viagra more than once in a day.  Since Viagra is a prescription drug, you should follow the directions your doctor wrote on the script.

AFTERMATH

Do not take Viagra if you are using a nitrate drug for chest pain or heart problems. You could die…and that’s not awesome.

Most common side effects of viagra are: warmth or redness in your face, neck, or chest, stuffy nose, headache, memory problems, upset stomach, or back pain.

Now these effects may scare you, but these are the extreme cases: sudden vision loss, ringing in your ears, or sudden hearing loss, chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, general ill feeling, irregular heartbeat, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet, shortness of breath, vision changes, feeling light-headed, fainting, or penis erection that is painful or lasts 4 hours or longer.

If any of these effects occur, contact a doctor or go to the hospital immediately!

THE RECOMMENDATION

Overall, I do not recommend taking Viagra unless you have a prescription from a physician.  There are too many risks of taking this medication.  Even the most common, less severe effects that can occur are nothing to take lightly.  Let time tell if you need to take Viagra or not.  If you absolutely think you need to take Viagra, talk to your doctor.  Do not take it without it being prescribed to you.  Basically, YOU DO NOT NEED IT! Enjoy college and use what you have.  You also don’t want to become dependent on the drug and not be able to perform for any quickies on the spot.  Right?

It’s no secret that pretty much everyone has either tried or regularly smokes marijuana. However there are some people out there who can’t roll their own stuff. Don’t fret, this will teach you how. There are millions of guides on this subject but everyone has their own way to roll up, which is the beauty of it. This process is best enjoyed while listening to “How to Roll a Blunt” by Redman

1. GET YOUR CIGAR ON

Cop them at your local gas station. West Coast smokers use swishers East Coast smokers use dutchmasters. If you can’t manage to get those, you can buy other ones like Phillies and White Owls but the first two are the most reliable. Games burn slow too. Whatever flavor you like. Hopefully buy this time your blend has already been broken up. If not take a second to do that (no seeds or stems though).

2. LICK IT DOWN THE MIDDLE THEN CUT IT

Lick it straight up and down (not like a woman’ s leg, but one or two good licks). Take a razor or straight edged knife and cut it along where you licked. It should split with no problem.  Over a trashcan, scrape out all the nasty tobacco.

3. REMOVE THE CANCER PAPER!

Not sure if this is the correct term for it, but it is a little dark brown leaf under the outer leaf. Some people just rip it off, outer leaf and all. Other folk remove the out leaves altogether. For the sake of preference we’re going to continue as if we’ve removed the the outer leaves altogether. Now you’re left with The inner leaf.

4. SPREAD YOUR STUFF

Take your mixture and spread it evenly in the middle of your leaf. If you see seeds pick them out. Same goes for stems. If you’re too lazy to do this then prepare to be ridiculed by vet. smokers. We can tell when you’ve rolled up a seed or stem. Stems are crucial to remove, because they can puncture the leaf when you follow the next step.

5. ROLL IT UP!

Now comes the rolling part. You’ll have to bear with me, for this is the hardest part. Make sure your mixture is in the middle, then take the leaf edge closest to you and double it over, mix and all. It may take a couple tries for you to get this down, but practice makes perfect. You should now have a little lip of a further edge. Using all eight of your fingers, squish the blunt down into itself. Not too hard, but enough to keep it nice and compact.

6. SEAL THE DEAL

Gingerly pick up your newborn blunt, lick across the lip and close it. My own way uses two index fingers, but do what makes you feel comfortable. This is in essence, a “naked” blunt; there’s no outer leaf on it but we’ll get to that.

7. WRAP OUTER LEAF

If your outer leaf is in pieces, lick a piece, roll it on, repeat. If it is still one outer leaf, lick the entire thing, and put the blunt on the closer edge (that is, closest to you) and roll it up using all your fingers and thumbs. Once again it sounds difficult and most likely will be your first couple of times.

8. ROAST IT

Flick your bic and run the lighter’s flame quickly up and down your finished product, which dries it out quicker.

9. HAVE SOME FUN

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Want to know more about drugs? Our mad pharmacist, Jordan, aims to keep you informed on every high you can get out there.  (Yes, that includes weed)

What the hell is it?

Hydroxycut is a top-selling weight loss product.  It comes in caplets, packets, capsules, and shots.  Hydroxycut works by mimicking and intensifying the adrenergic hormones. As stated on the site Diet pills compared, the human body has three broad heat modulators: the thyroid hormones, adrenergic hormones, and the prostaglandin hormones. The adrenergic hormones are the modulators that mobilize fatty acids from triglyceride stores and force the skeletal muscles to use more fatty acids for heat production.  In simple terms it makes your body use more of your fatty acids which makes you lose weight very fast.  That’s the “secret”!!

Now to the Main Point

Hydroxycut is a weight loss product which means it helps people lose weight rapidly.  When people exercise while they take this supplement, it works effectively.  It also increases your energy which in effect gives you stronger workouts.  Stamina increases as well as metabolism.  With your metabolism increasing, you lose more weight.  Also, your appetite may decrease which helps you eat less; thus you lose more weight.

Why would someone use Hydroxycut?

Well, it is a very simple answer.  They want to lose weight.  But in all seriousness it is because of the beach season.  Everybody wants to lose weight because they want to look good and appeal to others with an attractive body.

How should I take it?

This is the best way to take it and to maximize your weight loss:
• Week 1: Take 1 capsule, 2 times daily
• Week 2: Take 1 capsules, 3 times daily
• Week 3: Take 2 capsules, 3 times daily
• Week 4: Take 2 capsules, 3 times daily
• Week 5: Take 2 capsules, 3 times daily
• Week 6: Take 2 capsules, 3 times daily
• Week 7: Take 1 capsules, 3 times daily
• Week 8: Take 1 capsule, 2 times daily

How much will this cost? (after all we are in a fucking recession!)

Normally 100 capsules are around $29.99.  At GNC 60 capsules are $19.99.
Ok, now how bad can a weight loss supplement be?  Oh just wait and see
Now some side effects of Hydroxycut are increased blood pressure, heart rate, and sweating, so if you have a condition with high blood pressure I suggest not taking this medication.  Other effects are headaches, light-headedness, dizziness, loss of appetite, feel restless, and feel jittery.  These effects are not too bad, but severe cases can be highly dangerous.

Now the real problem with Hydroxycut is some of the products have been recalled by the Food and Drug Administration because of severe liver problems and at least one death.  The FDA has received at least 23 cases with severe liver problems, and the death of a 19-year-old boy.  As a result we see that Hydroxycut can be an extremely dangerous drug and can result in death.  Scary shit!

Here are the Hydroxycut products that have been recalled:

•   Hydroxycut Regular Rapid Release Caplets
• Hydroxycut Caffeine-Free Rapid Release Caplets
• Hydroxycut Hardcore Liquid Caplets
• Hydroxycut Max Liquid Caplets
• Hydroxycut Regular Drink Packets
• Hydroxycut Caffeine-Free Drink Packets
• Hydroxycut Hardcore Drink Packets (Ignition Stix)
• Hydroxycut Max Drink Packets
• Hydroxycut Liquid Shots
• Hydroxycut Hardcore RTDs (Ready-to-Drink)
• Hydroxycut Max Aqua Shed
• Hydroxycut 24
• Hydroxycut Carb Control
• Hydroxycut Natural

Now do I recommend it?

I do not recommend hydroxycut.  Look guys, get a gym membership and go work out.  It’s not that hard at all to go to a gym and play sports.  Diet pills are not the answer.  Eat healthy and work out hard.  Pills are for pussies; it is cheating!!  Be smart and do it the safe way, eat healthy and be active.  Besides, you can always tell the person who is taking pills.

You don’t want to look like this guy, do you?

Whether clear or dark, rum or vodka, liquor fucks you up. Like a 300 lb. Silverback eating PCpineapples (pineapples infused with pcp) you shouldn’t mess around with liquor unless you’re a pro. If you’re new to drinking or not a heavyweight drinker coming half correctly with liquor is sure to have you bowing to the porcelain throne in no time. Here’s three tips to help you maintain your composure.

1. DO NOT MIX LIGHT AND DARK

If you do this you might as well piss yourself and vomit where ever you are standing. While you CAN conceivably mix liquors together (L.I. Iced Tea anyone?) you won’t be doing much of it unless you’re a seasoned drinker. If you have to stick to one, try them all (in different sittings of course) and decide which you like the best. Vodka is a good starter because it tastes the same no matter what. Once you get into the high end vodkas it’s like taking shots of (flavored) water.

2. PACE YOURSELF

Probably the hardest thing to do especially if you’re at a party or in the company of a lady. Pacing yourself requires that you actually realize that if you take another shot you will shit yourself. If the guy next to you orders three double shots of Jack Daniel’s, assume he is either the devil incarnate (which could be a good thing because it looks like he knows how to party) or Thor. If you feel like you’re losing control, simply stop drinking. Your kidneys and dignity will thank you for it later.

3. ALTERNATE

The easiest way to hold your liquor, alternate between alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic ones. You’ll be filtering your bloodstream as you drink. Beware though, drinks tend to creep up on you when you least expect it. So if you have to take two waters back to back then so be it. You’ll also be keeping yourself hydrated for the most part which will help you battle the accursed hangover. It’s a good film, but not a good feeling.

I was gonna write this post, but then I got high…

Whether or not you’ve smoked it, you’ve definitely been exposed to it or have been friends with a pot-head.  So say what you want about it, but without question, Marijuana is the most common illegal drug among the college demographic.

THE ANATOMY OF MARIJUANA

Marijuana is the dried flowers, leaves and stems of the Cannabis sativa plant.  Amazing how just leaves can alter the mind.  Weed is normally a green, brown, or gray color. The main active ingredient in marijuana is THC (delta 9 tetrhydrocannabinol).  THC binds to specific receptors in the brain called cannabinoid receptors.  THC looks for these receptors and brain cells.  Therefore marijuana mostly affects the parts of the brain that have the highest concentrations of cannabinoid receptors which are the hippocampus, the cerebellum, the basal ganglia, and the cerebral cortex.  When you smoke weed, you have a difficult time learning which is because the hippocampus plays a major role in learning.  This overall reaction right here gives you the high that you desire when you smoke weed.

THE MANY NAMES OF MARIJUANA

grass-weed- pot-mary jane-dope-blunt- reefer-ganja-joint-haze-herb-cannabis-bud-jay (or j)-green-buddha-hay-astro turf-hash-chronic

WHAT IS THE CONCRETE PURPOSE

Smoking weed can relax someone and get them in a good mood.  People also become drowsy, feel a sense of euphoria, and if someone is hungry they will smoke before they eat that way they get “the munchies”.  Some people smoke a lot in order to feel more hallucinations.  But as I said most people smoke weed because they want that high.

THE MANY WAYS OF USING MARIJUANA

Marijuana is most commonly smoked.  Some ways you can smoke weed is in a bong, pipe, or in a joint.  A bong is basically a water pipe and a joint is basically a cigarette filled with only weed.  You can smoke it in a blunt which is a cigar that does not have tobacco in it, it is filled with marijuana.  A bowl can also be used which is similar to a pipe except it is in a “bowl shape”.  Smoking marijuana is not the only way to get high.  You can also eat it.  Most popular way is putting the weed in brownies.  However you can also do firecrackers, which is you normally spread peanut butter on a cracker then you put weed over it, after that you put peanut butter on another cracker and put both crackers in foil.  You heat it up and put the crackers together and BOOM, you have a firecracker.

HOW MUCH DOES WEED NORMALLY COST

• A dime bag is about $10.  It is between .4 and .5 grams of weed.  A dime is about the size of a quarter and it can fill about half a blunt depending on how the bag is packed and how you pack the blunt.
• Now a dub is about $20.  It is about 1 gram and it can pack around 1 blunt.
• So overall it is not that expensive, but remember these prices aren’t set and neither is the amount of weed.  Some dealers might charge you more, and if you are lucky some might charge you less.  Some dealers might give you more weed then the other.

NOW FOR EVERYONE WHO SMOKES WEED OR IS THINKING ABOUT IT, THIS PART IS GOING TO OPEN YOUR EYES! HERE ARE THE EFFECTS OF WEED ON YOUR ONCE HEALTHY BODY

Let’s make this as simple as possible.

Short term effects are normally problems with memory and learning, perception is distorted, impaired coordination (which means it is not at all safe to drive), and increased heart rate.  You can also feel paranoid and there is a difficulty in thinking.  Overall not too dangerous unless you are operating something or if you have a cardiac problem.

Long term effects are severe damages to the brain which in return damages your memory, attention, and learning.  Also severe and deep hallucinations and delusions can start occurring.  People who smoke weed typically have the same respiratory problems as cigarette smokers.  Constant coughing, bronchitis, and frequent chest colds and pains can develop.  Over 400 chemicals have been found in marijuana smoke and the amount of tar and the level of carbon monoxide inhaled are 3 to 5 times higher than in a cigarette.  Weed is not worse than cigarettes- LIE!

MEDICAL MARIJUANA

The truth is marijuana is used for medical reasons, but it is used only for THC.  There are some medications that contain THC.  These medications are mainly used to treat nausea in cancer patients that are undergoing chemotherapy.  It is also used to increase the appetite of patients who have AIDS.  It is used to fight the severe weight-loss of AIDS patients.  For more information on medical marijuana and marijuana legislation, visit the website:

http://www.mpp.org

IS MARIJUANA ADDICTING AND DOES IT LEAD TO OTHER DRUGS

Overall, it is wrong to say that marijuana is not at all addicting.  First off, if it was not addicting then there would be no people seeking help with marijuana addiction.  Studies have shown that if you smoke marijuana daily and you stop, some symptoms that may occur are irritability, restlessness, insomnia, nausea and intense dreams.  Also, the more you smoke, the more weed you need to get high.  Therefore if you need a lot of weed to get high and all of a sudden you stop fucking smoking, trust me you will miss it.  An addiction to marijuana is rare; however it is possible to be addicted to pot.

In the long run, marijuana may lead you to other more dangerous drugs.  First off, if you smoke weed for a while you may get the desire to try other drugs.  This does not always occur but it is a possibility.  Also when you are around people who use weed, you might be exposed to and tempted to trying other drugs.  So marijuana might not exactly lead to other drugs, but it can show and bring you to other drugs.  It is your choice from there to either try them or walk away.

MOMENT OF TRUTH: THE RECOMMENDATION

Out of seeing all of the evidence, I feel that marijuana is not worth taking.  First off, IT IS ILLEGAL! It is a Schedule 1 illegal drug.  Schedule 1 drugs are drugs that have a high potential of being abused and there is no acknowledged medical purpose for those drugs in the United States.  Marijuana, heroin, and LSD are some drugs in this group.  Now let’s think smart ones, if you get caught with weed you can go to jail!  Most cases the cops fine you, put it on your record, and take the weed away.  Now in New York State if you get caught multiple times or if you have an abundant of weed on you, you are going to jail.  Possession:  25g or less in your first offense, you get a citation and a $100 fine.  Second offense same thing just $200.  Third time 5 days in jail or a $250 fine.  If you are carrying more than 25g of weed and you get caught by the cops, you have a high chance of going to jail. LET ME REPEAT THAT, JAIL! Also, weed fucks up your brain and it damages your lungs.  Overall, do not smoke weed.  It is risky to have and it does nothing good for your body.  If you smoke it and you like it that’s great, but be careful and know that you are killing yourself.  Remember, ONE LIFE!

This website will show you the laws and penalties of any state for possessing, selling, and growing marijuana:

http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=4516

WHAT EXACTLY ARE STEROIDS?

Now there are two types of steroids. This article will focus more on the anabolic steroids because it is baseball and beach season. Yeaaaaah!!!

First off, the other steroid is called a corticosteroid. This drug has potent chemical substances which can reduce swelling and inflammation quickly. These drugs are closely related to cortisol, a hormone produced on the cortex of the adrenal glands. This steroid is basically used in doctor’s offices, and is normally used for arthritis treatment. Most of us college students do not have to worry about this stuff at all.

Now the main steroid that this article will address is the famous anabolic steroid. This steroid is also called Anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS). To break down the meaning of this drug: “Anabolic” refers to muscle-building and “androgenic” refers to increased male sexual characteristics. “Steroids” refers to the class of drugs. They promote the growth of skeletal muscle and the development of male sexual characteristics in both males and females. You build muscle mass!

MOST COMMON STEROIDS IN SPORTS

Generic Name: Bolasterone – Street Name: n/a

Generic Name: Boldenone – Street Name: Vebonol

Generic Name: Clostebol – Street Name: Steranobol

Generic Name: DehydroehIarmethyItestosterone – Street Name: Turnibol

Generic Name: Fluoxymesterone – Street Name: Android F, Halotestin, Ora-testryl

Generic Name: Mesterolone – Street Name: Androviron, Proviron

Generic Name: Metandienone – Street Name: Danabol, Dianabol

Generic Name: Metenolone – Street Name: Primoboian, Primonabol-Depot

Generic Name: Methandrostenolone – Street Name: Dianabol

Generic Name: MethyItestosterone – Street Name: Android, Estratest, Methartdren

Generic Name: Nandrolone – Street Name: Durabolin, Deca-Durabolin

Generic Name: Norethandrolone – Street Name: Nilevar

Generic Name: Oxandrolone – Street Name: Anavar

Generic Name: Oxymesterone – Street Name: Oranabol, Theranabol

Generic Name: Oxymetholone – Street Name: Anadrol, Nilevar, Anapoton 50

Generic Name: Stonozolol – Street Name: Winstrol, Stroma

Generic Name: Testosterone – Street Name: Malogen, Malogex, Delatestryl

Generic Name: Human Growth Hormone – Street Name: Human Growth Hormone

MOST COMMON USES

Well the obvious reason is to build muscle and to get BIG! After all we are in the beach season and everybody wants to have the best body possible. People use steroids to increase muscle mass and/or decrease their body fat. And since working out in the gym may take a while for results, steroids boost the process up. Athletes use steroids to improve their athletic performance. We all see this by every single day there is a new professional athlete, mostly in baseball, who was discovered taking steroids. Many people who take steroids suffer from muscle dysmorphia, which is when people have distorted images about their bodies. Men with muscle dysmorphia think that they look small and weak, even if they are large and muscular. Similarly, women with this condition think that they look fat and flabby, even though they are actually lean and muscular. Some young adults use steroids because it is part of their high-risk behavior. They want to try it and see what the effects are.

HOW EXACTLY PEOPLE USE ANABOLIC STEROIDS

There are three ways people normally abuse steroids. The three ways are cycling, stacking, and pyramiding. Here is the description of the three:

Cycling: Taking multiple doses of steroids over a specific period of time, stopping for a period, and starting again.

Stacking: Meaning that they take two or more different anabolic steroids, mixing oral and/or injectable types, and sometimes even including compounds that are designed for veterinary use.

Pyramiding: This is a process in which users slowly escalate steroid abuse (increasing the number of steroids or the dose and frequency of one or more steroids used at one time), reaching a peak amount at mid-cycle and gradually tapering the dose toward the end of the cycle.

IS THERE A SAFE WAY TO TAKE STEROIDS?

Surprisingly the answer is yes! Here is the safe way… Steroids should be administered in cycles, with six to twelve weeks on and ten to twelve weeks off. Now you might think, why the should I take such a long break? What is this 10-12 week off nonsense? Relax, here is why… This break allows your hormones to return to their normal levels, which helps prevent major side effects from the steroids. But remember this helps prevent side effects, you can always get hurt from steroids.

HOW MUCH WILL IT CO$T

For 20 pills of steroids it will probably cost you around $60-$100. So it is about $5 per pill. Pretty expensive for shit that can hurt you, but it does get you big! To have a bottle of a type of steroid to inject yourself with will probably cost you around $100 too. This bottle will most likely be a 1000mg bottle, still muy expensivo.

THE REAL SIDE-EFFECTS OF TAKING ‘ROIDS

Some major effects that can come from the use of steroids are liver tumors, jaundice (yellow staining of the skin and in the eye, sexy for girls right?!), fluid retention, and high blood pressure. For guys, this steroid shit messes up our bodies! Some effects are shrinking of the testicles, reduced sperm count, infertility, baldness, development of breasts. This is freaky shit! Others include acne on the skin, heart attack, stroke, liver cancer, insomnia, stop growth, and if you inject steroids the needles may not be sterile which can lead to infections and even diseases.

Steroids also have an effect on a person’s behavior. When people take steroids in high doses they normally have an increase in irritability and aggression. Some steroid abusers report that they have committed aggressive acts, such as physical fighting or armed robbery, theft, vandalism, or burglary. This is insane!

HOW ARE STEROIDS EFFECTING OUR HISTORY?

It seems like every day in the news, on sportscenter, and in the newspaper a new professional athlete especially in baseball is caught using steroids. The latest one was Sammy Sosa but big names have been heard in using steroids: Alex Rodriguez, Mark McGwire, Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, Rafael Palmeiro, Jason Giambi, Jose Canseco, Manny Ramirez, and so on. The list goes on for a long time. It is a shame that we see these athletes being scrutinized for “cheating” in baseball. These were players we all looked up to and still do, and yet they say they did not cheat but who knows. Records have been broken by “lies”, “cheating”? Until the truth comes out we do not know, but all we know is some of our favorite players have taken steroids, and they are slowly destroying a sport which thrives in America!

Here is a website which shows every baseball player involved in steroids.

http://www.baseballssteroidera.com/

THE RECOMMENDATION

Alright guys, this recommendation is very simple: Unless it is prescribed by a doctor, STAY AWAY FROM STEROIDS. You do not need them. They cheat you and your body. Work out at the gym, eat healthy, and make the right choices. That is the way to a clean, healthy, and amazing body. Steroids will ruin your life. Stay safe, be clean, and workout hard to maintain the body you desire. Besides, you don’t want to look like the tools on this post.  Aside from that, girls prefer a lean and chiseled guy over one that can hardly move.

Further Reading:

NIDA InfoFacts: Steroids (Anabolic-Androgenic)

Anabolic Steroid Abuse

What Are Steroids?

There Are Many Different Types Of Steroids That You Need To Avoid

How To Use Steroids Safely

Anabolic Steroid Abuse

Timeline of Baseball’s Steroid Era

CODEINE/NYQUIL

Special issue- TWO DRUGS

Now what exactly is each one of these drugs?

Codeine is a weak narcotic pain-reliever and cough suppressant similar to morphine and hydrocodone.  It blinds the receptors binds in the brain (opioid receptors) that are important for transmitting the sensation of pain throughout the body and brain.  Basically it fools the brain in thinking there is no pain being inflicted on the body.  The main purpose of this drug is to relieve pain and anxiety.  It is used for the relief of mild to moderately severe pain and for suppressing cough.

Nyquil is very popular medication used to treat cold and flu symptoms.  That’s it, pretty simple!!

What are the reasons for using these drugs?

First off, codeine is a very addictive drug.  It is an addictive drug because people who use it feel a sense of euphoria, which means they have a feeling of happiness, confidence, and/or well-being.  People get a “high” off codeine.  Main reason why people take codeine for other than medical reasons is to get a quick “high”.  After all it is something different than smoking pot.

Nyquil is used just to treat a cold.  If someone cannot sleep at night they use this.  Now for us college students, the active ingredients in Nyquil are

1)    Acetaminophen 500mg (pain reliever)

2)    Dextromethorphan HBr 15mg (cough suppressant)

3)    Doxylamine succinate 6.25mg (antihistamine which stops allergic reactions)

4)    And a very small amount of alcohol- THERE YOU GO!  If you do drink enough of this, you will get drunk!

Now how exactly do I take this drug?

Codeine can come in a tablet from, in a solution (a liquid), and can be used as an injection.  The common forms of codeine are:

Tablets: 15, 30, 60 mg

Solution: 15 mg/5ml (liquid).  Commonly in a cough syrup

Injection: 15 and 30 mg/ml

The usual adult dose of codeine is 15-60 mg every 4-6 hours.

Nyquil is very easy to take, just read the directions on the bottle.  Nyquil can also be taken in a pill form.  But just in case you want to try this drug sober, these are the instructions:

Two tablespoons every 6 hours as needed for cold and flu symptoms. Do not take more than 4 doses in 24 hours. Now if you drink more, it is not good for you and there is a good chance you will get drunk.  Nyquil is similar Benadryl and if you recall in the movie Hitch with Will Smith, he had an allergic reaction and took a couple of bottles of Benadryl and he was drunk.

The most popular question- How badly will these drugs affect my wallet?

Codeine is not an over the counter medication, which means you need a prescription for it.  You can probably find codeine on the streets for around $10 a pill.  Now is it worth it, well how badly do you want to get “high”.  Remember this economy is not the greatest right now.

A 6oz bottle of Nyquil will cost you around $5.  Not bad for a drug over the counter that can get you drunk and a little high.

Ok, now how fucking bad can a pain reliever and a sleep medication be? (O just wait and see!)

Now let us start with codeine.  The most common side effects are lightheadedness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and shortness of breath.  Not too bad for getting “high”, however there are always worse side effects.  However, many people have said that they get a lack of sexual drive.  Now I say again, yea you can get high, but your sexual desire might disappear.  Allergic reactions, constipation, abdominal pain, rash and itching may also occur, but these are not common side effects.  And in some cases if you overdose on this drug it can end in the result of fatality.

Ok, let us discuss Nyquil.  A normal side effect of Nyquil is drowsiness which makes sense because it helps you fall asleep.  Now comes for the bad effects.  If you do drink every day you should NOT take this because it can cause liver damage.  Overdose symptoms may include dry mouth, feeling restless or nervous, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, increased sweating, warmth or tingly feeling, seizure (convulsions), or coma.  And as you know, getting drunk off Nyquil is overdosing.  Yea, who would have thought overdosing on an over-the-counter drug can have all these effects.

What is the recommendation?

Now what do I think?  First with codeine, I do not recommend taking it.  It is a prescription drug so therefore it should stay that way.  If you do not take it the correct way the effects can be devastating.  It is also highly addictive, so I say that if you do not have to take it DON’T.  Be fucking smart and do not take something that can kill you!  It is highly addictive so there is a good chance that you can overdose on it without even knowing.

Now what about Nyquil.  I recommend Nyquil if you truly are sick and need medication.  I strongly believe that you should FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS!!  They are there for a reason.  I know, shocker!  Do not take it to get drunk.  That is just stupid.  Think about:

Brian:  Hey Matt what did you do Friday?

Matt:  Yo Brian I was ridiculously drunk!

Brian:  Sick, what did you drink?  Bacardi?  Smirnoff?  Both?

Matt:  2 bottles of Nyquil!

Brian:  What?!  Pussy!

Yea, really cool getting drunk off Nyquil.  Use Nyquil if you are sick and follow the directions.  Be smart!

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DEMEROL

“ The drug that killed a legend”

What exactly is this drug?

Demerol is a narcotic pain reliever.  It’s generic name is meperidine, which is the same thing as Demerol.  THIS DRUG IS VERY SIMILAR TO MORPHINE! Demerol is used to treat moderate-to-severe pain and is a very strong pain reliever which makes it a top candidate for drug abuse.

*Since this drug is a narcotic, it does have some serious effects!

The most common side effects that comes with Demerol are dizziness, light-headedness, nausea, sedation, sweating, vomiting.  You are supposed to take Demerol exactly as your doctor prescribed it.  If you overdose on it, serious side effects can occur such as:

Slow, shallow breathing, slow heartbeat (in MJ’s case, cardiac arrest)

Seizure

Confusion

Severe weakness or dizziness

Feeling light headed, fainting

Clearly, if you do overdose on Demerol, it could be fatal.

How did the King of Pop die from Demerol?

Demerol can be taken by either a pill or by injection.

After Michael had a shot of Demerol, “he started to experience slow breathing”, as stated by a Jacko source.  This, of course, is one side effect of Demerol.  “His breathing gradually got slower and slower until it stopped.” Michael Jackson died of a cardiac arrest.  A cardiac arrest occurs when the heart stops pumping blood. With no pumping action, the blood pressure decreases and blood is no longer forced into the muscles and organs of the body.  Since there is no blood circulating around the body, no blood gets to the heart which shuts down the whole body.  The cardiac arrest was started because of his shot of Demerol.  His injection of Demerol was stated, “Way too much” by TMZ.  They stated he received an injection of Demerol daily.

In the end Michael Jackson took daily injections of Demerol that were way too much for his body to handle, and as a result his heart could not handle the injections and it gave up on him.

Michael Joseph Jackson was born on August 29, 1958 and he passed away on June 25, 2009.  Michael Jackson will always be remembered.

TMZ’s latest report (June 29th) indicates Michael Jackson’s body was in terrible shape and he had only pills in his stomach when he died, according to a report out of London.

Jackson’s hips, thighs and shoulders were riddled with needle wounds, The Sun is reporting. The paper — which claims to have details of the autopsy — is saying Jackson was bald at the time of his death and suffered several broken ribs, probably from the failed attempts to revive him.

There were four “injection sites” found above or near his heart, according to the paper, where rescue workers reportedly shot adrenaline into his heart in an attempt to restart it.

Further Reading:

PopeaterDrugs.com

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