The job of detoxifying many substances is the job of the liver. The liver itself can be damaged by doing this process.
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Substances that are not stimulants include depressants (such as alcohol and benzodiazepines) and hallucinogens (such as LSD and psilocybin). These substances work on the central nervous system in different ways compared to stimulants.
Yes, hallucinogens like LSD and psilocybin can slow down reaction time by impairing cognitive functions such as attention and perception. This can make it dangerous to drive or operate machinery while under the influence of these substances.
Stimulants can sometimes induce hallucinations, particularly at higher doses or in susceptible individuals. This can include substances like amphetamines, cocaine, and caffeine. Hallucinations are not a typical effect of stimulants at typical doses.
The table of drugs and chemicals that are typically excluded from medical reference sources are substances with high abuse potential, street drugs, illegal substances, and controlled substances not approved for medical use. These may include narcotics, hallucinogens, and similar substances.
Anaerobic by-products, such as lactic acid or ethanol, can be further metabolized in processes like fermentation or converted into other substances by other biochemical pathways. In the case of lactic acid, it can be converted back to pyruvate and metabolized in aerobic conditions. Ethanol produced during anaerobic fermentation can be used in various industrial processes or as a biofuel.