Risks associated with betel quid chewing
Betel quid is one of the most commonly used psychoactive substances in the world, especially among Asian communities, just after caffeine, nicotine and alcohol. The mixture that is chewed usually contains betel leaves, areca nut and slaked lime, nonetheless, its ingredients and the preparation manne...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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2017-03-01
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Series: | Current Issues in Pharmacy and Medical Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1515/cipms-2017-0005 |