What's Up Doc? Medical Uses Of Controlled Substances

By Dr. Jeff Hersh, Daily News Correspondent, Winchester Star: Lifestyle
Wed, 12/07/2016 - 5:13pm

Q: Is it true that some illegal drugs have medicinal uses?A: Medications work biochemically, interacting with certain body cells and organs. These interactions have benefits for certain patients, but of course may also have risks due to potential side effects or other harms. The specific type and dosage of a medication is determined on a patient by patient basis to maximize the desired benefit while minimizing the possible negative effects.

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