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| Drug | Tobacco |
| Description | Tobacco is a plant that grows in many of the southern states of the U.S. It is a large leafed plant that is dried and either smoked (cigarettes, cigars and pipes) or placed in the mouth (chewing Tobacco and dip or snuff). |
| Picture | Tobacco Photo |
| How it's Used | Tobacco is either Smoked or chewed. |
| Effects | Nicotine is the poisonous, psychoactive drug contained in all Tobacco products. It stimulates the central nervous system and is highly addictive. |
| Side Effects |
Short- and Long-Term Effects of Smoking Tobacco: Increased blood pressure and heart rate, Acute/chronic bronchitis, Diminished sense of smell/taste, Gastric ulcers, Premature and increased facial wrinkling, Emphysema, Heart disease, Cancer of the mouth, larynx, pharynx, esophagus, lungs, pancreas, cervix, uterus, and bladder Short- and Long-Term Effects of Smokeless Tobacco: Increased blood pressure and heart rate, Tooth decay, Discolored teeth and gums, Bad breath, Gum ulcers, Gingavitis (gum disease), Tooth loss, Pre-cancerous lesions (white patches) on cheek and gums, Cancers of the mouth, tongue, lips, gums, throat, esophagus |
| Remedies |
Here are some sites that offer remedies for drugs including Tobacco. DrugHelp.org is a private, non-profit information and referral network providing information on specific drugs and treatment options, and referrals to public and private treatment programs, self-help groups, family support groups and crisis centers throughout the United States. Narconon Drug Rehabilitation and Treatment for Addiction. High success rate. Offers Narconon Drug Prevention and Education Services. Church Of Scientology International Drug Solutions presents information on effective drug education, drug prevention and drug rehabilitation. Drug Education Council offers ways to prevent drug abuse and become better informed about current local and national community awareness efforts. |