Why Is It Even More Dangerous to the User When

question 138

Multiple Choice

Why is it even more dangerous to the user when heroin is mixed with quinine?

• A) Chemicals in quinine interact with heroin to make the effects stronger.
• B) Too much quinine is toxic to the body.
• C) Because heroin and quinine both are bitter-tasting, the user can't tell how potent the heroin is.
• D) Some users are allergic to quinine and can die from an allergic reaction.

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