1.  FLAGYL
This is one of the most abused Antibiotics. People pop it like candy bars, any small diarrhoea.
  •  Some side effects if abused.
  • Can reduce the blood cells count.
  • Can damage the brain and nerves.
  • Not best safe early in Pregnancy.
  • Controversial link to Cancer in Animals.

2. ALABUKUN
Powder contains aspirin and caffeine. A lot use it for pain relief , especially bricklayers and heavy duty workers.
Some Dangers if abused:
  • Ulcers.
  • Bleeding.
  • Liver damage.
  • Kidney damage.
  • Heart attack.
  • Hypertension.
  • Abuse..one can even bleed to death.

3. AMPICLOX
It contains Ampicillin and Cloxacillin. It is now a drug people run to 'flush' their system after sex, abortion, treat so called Toilet infections.
 Dangers
  • Dangerous in people with penicillin allergy.(Bad reactions)
  • Seizures.
  • Damage the muscles.
  • Kidney problems.

 4. CYPROHEPTADINE
Common brand is Cypri Gold. People have abused it because it can stimulate appetite, in a bid to gain weight.
 Dangers 
  • Can affect blood cells.
  • Damage the liver.
  • Cause poor sleep.
  • Abnormal hand shaking.
  • Ringing in ears.
  • Mess your menses up.
  • Low blood pressure.
5. LEXOTHAN
One of the most abused drugs by Nigerians in a bid to get good sleep. It sedates
 Dangers of abuse
  • It can be addictive.
  • Dizziness and memory problem.
  • Reduce libido.
  • Liver damage.
  • Stopping it suddenly after long abuse is also dangerous (See a Doctor to guide you )
 6.  TRAMADOL
Tramadol is meant to be a tightly regulated drug but sadly in Nigeria even with 50 naira you can get it on the streets
 Dangers
  • Addiction can cut off your breathing.
  • Seizures.
  • Headache and anxiety.


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