- male
- 25 Years
- 29/01/2025
I've never done drugs before, but the other night I ended up trying crystal meth and weedjust a couple of lines and some puffs. Ever since then, I've been feeling really off. I got some sleep, but I'm still dizzy, had diarrhea, and even after drinking a ton of fluids, I get these random chest pains. Is this something that I should be really worried about? Any idea what's going on or what I should do next?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
I recommend taking activated charcoal to help absorb any remaining toxins in your system. Additionally, you can take over-the-counter antidiarrheal medication like Imodium for your diarrhea. For the chest pain, you can take ibuprofen for pain relief. Make sure to stay hydrated and get plenty of rest. If your symptoms persist or worsen, seek medical attention immediately.
Dr. Chandra Suggests...
Consult a Critical Care Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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