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[Phenibut: harmless dietary supplement or dangerous drug?]

J Evenepoel, K Titeca

    Tijdschrift Voor Psychiatrie
    |March 7, 2020
    PubMed
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    Phenibut, a substance acting on GABA receptors, is increasingly linked to addiction and withdrawal. This case highlights the dangers of this online supplement, especially for those with social anxiety, and suggests treatment approaches.

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