Mephentermine dependence without psychosis: a Brazilian case report
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Mephentermine dependence without psychosis: a Brazilian case report
Abstract
Background: Substance abuse is a serious health concern. This report presents the case of a 22-year-old Brazilian man with a history of mephentermine use who fulfils all the criteria for chemical dependence listed by ICD-10. Mephentermine is a sympathomimetic agent derived from methamphetamine which, in Brazil, is restricted to veterinary use.
Case description: The subject used the substance at a high dose (120 mg) to improve his physical performance while working out at a gym. His symptoms included anorexia and insomnia. After days of intense activity, he felt fatigue and soreness. A physical examination revealed scars on both forearms from the injections and a psychological examination revealed moderate speech and motor agitation.
Conclusions: Cases such as this may be common among the general public. They should have some bearing upon medical practice and public health policies involving drugs.
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