Why is tobacco not a Schedule I substance even though it has a high chance of abuse and no medical purpose?
Money. It makes money for the government through taxes. That is
the only reason it is legal...because of the huge amounts of money
it brings in. And that is exactly why marijuana is
illegal...because they would have no way of controlling the
producers (tax payers).
However, to be fair nicotine (consituent of tobacco) does have
accepted medical potential. For example, nicotine patches are used
to potentiate the effects of haloperidol and pimozide in patients
suffering from tourette's syndrome. So it would be more fitting to
label tobacco as schedule II (accepted medical use and highly
addictive), the same class that includes methylphenidate (Ritalin),
cocaine, methamphetamine (Desoxyn), morphine, etc. However, this is
not the case.
It is interesting to note that most Schedule I substances do have
medical uses (whether generally accepted or not) but are considered
too "addictive" or "dangerous" to give to the general public. For
example, heroin has ample medical uses since it is broken down into
morphine (schedule II) to be used by the body, but when injected
this substance can be extremely habit-forming. Other schedule I
examples include LSD or psilocybin (mushrooms) which can be used to
treat cluster headaches (aka suicide headaches), but are relatively
non habit-forming. In summary, the scheduling of substances does
not reflect so much on how addictive a substance is or what medical
potential exists. Instead, substance classifications are more of a
reflection of social attitudes and taboos surrounding them.
What is the purpose of tobacco cultivation?
the purpose of tobacco is money. the purpose of any other answer is to distract from this fact. pretty logical if your intelligence is higher than the masses.
Is tobacco a substance?
Substance: Physical matter; material; The essential part of anything; the most vital part; Considerable wealth or resources; drugs Tobacco is not a substance in the sense of "controlled substance," at least not yet. Nor is nicotine, the drug it contains.
What are the addictive substances in tobacco smoke?
Apex :) Nicotine is the addictive substance that is found on tobacco.
Which addictive substance is in tobacco?
Nicotine is the addictive substance, an alkaloid that is a stimulant in small doses.
Is cannabis less harmful than fags?
F*a*g*s is a slang term for tobacco cigarettes. Tobacco cigarettes are Probably the most dangerous legal substance a person can consume. They are a leading cause of cancer. Cannabis can be dangerous, but, nowhere near as dangerous as tobacco. The Number one reason tobacco is legal in the USA and marijuana is not is because of Money. The rich tobacco companies, (and the people who smoke and chew tobacco), keep it legal. Money interests keep… Read More
What is dual purpose tobacco?
I would like to say that is it tobacco that is labeled as pipe tobacco to avoid certain taxes, but it's ok to roll in cigarettes as well.
What is the most poisonous substance in tobacco?
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas, which is also found in car exhaust fumes, tobacco and Cigars
What has the author Ingrid Nielsen written?
Ingrid Nielsen has written: 'Tobacco and health in Washington State' -- subject(s): Health aspects, Health aspects of Tobacco use, Medical Statistics, Statistics, Medical, Statistics, Vital, Tobacco use, Vital Statistics
How does tobacco effect you mentally?
It makes you dependent on a substance for instant gratification
Is tobacco addictive?
Yes! it is addictive because there is a druggish substance inside. Not only that but did the Candaian Health Agecy sue the tobacco companies because the tobacco was so addictive and many people would get cancer from it!
Should tobacco be a controlled substance?
Perhaps controlling substances is the cause and not the cure.
What is an abbreviation for a substance in the air that can cause diseases in nonsmokers?
enviromental tobacco smoke
What is the brown substance in a cigarette that can cause lung cancer?
It's called tobacco...
What is the sticky substance that forms when tobacco is burned?
tar and other toxic chemicals.
What was the original purpose of tobacco?
Tobacco was originally used (and is still used) as a part of Native American religious rituals. It can be smoked in a peace pipe.
Does smoking contain tobacco?
yeaaaa Smoking, in this sense, is the act of burning a substance and inhaling the smoke produced. One of the substances that it used in this way is tobacco. So smoking doesn't 'contain' tobacco it is a possible ingredient for smoking.
Why is tobacco dangerous for your health?
Tobacco is addictive. It contains nicotine - a powerfully addictive substance. Tobacco is the most common cause of lung cancer & is also a leading cause of cancer of the mouth, throat, bladder, pancreas, & kidneys.
What is nicotine in cigarette smoke?
Nicotine is a highly addictive substance that occurs naturally in tobacco.
What substance in tobacco is most closely associated with oxygen deprivation to the heart?
carbon monoxide
How long does it take to dry tobacco?
Curing flue-cured tobacco should be considered a complex procedure because of the differences in types of tobacco (body, stalk position, moisture content, etc.), curing facilities, and weather conditions. It is difficult to use a set curing schedule because each barn of tobacco is different. That is why there needs more time to dry tobacco as it is not an easy procedure.
What was the original purpose of the Jamestown colony?
It was mainly used to farm tobacco, I think.
Is tobacco a controlled substance?
No. A controlled substance is one that may not be legally dispensed without a prescription or, in some cases, may not legally be possessed or dispensed at all.
Why does it hurt when you smell cigarette smoke?
because there are chemical substance like tobacco , nicotine ,etc
Is smoking fresh tobacco bad for you?
Consuming any type of tobacco is bad for your health, and it could kill you or lead to a large amount of medical problems. No tobacco is healthy for human beings. It is a legal toxic poison for people.
Why raw material is the principal purpose of the thirteen original colonies?
tobacco was a big material
What is the main purpose of federal taxes on tobacco and alcohol products?
to raise money for the gov't
Do they add nicotine to cigaretts?
No, niccotine is already a substance in the tobacco plant. It isn't added, it's already there.
If tobacco is a drug why do people in recovery who smoke say their clean?
a drug is considered a mind altering substance.
What is nicotine used for in a cigarettes?
Nicotine is used as a stimulant and a substance to ensure that the smokers become addicted to the tobacco.
Why does the government tax tobacco and alcohol?
It is a good source of revenue, and the prevailing opinion is that the people who smoke and drink should be responsible for paying (at least partially) the costs that their use imposes on society. Tobacco and Alcohol are poisonous things which is not needed for the survival of a human being. But rice and wheat is essential commodities. Human beings cannot survive with out these essential commodities our country alcohol is a prohibited substance… Read More
A form of tobacco that is inhaled through the nose or placed between the cheek and gum?
The type of tobacco that is inhaled through the nose is called snuff. Snuff can also be placed between the cheek and gum, but more commonly chewing tobacco is used for this purpose.
What are the effects of Tar?
Tar is the sticky substance that is found on tobacco leaves, when smoked this sticky substance coats the inside of your lungs and air sacks- preventing oxygen from reaching the circulatory system.
What does Marlboro cigarettes contain?
they are harmful, smoking tobacco does harm the body as much as fatty foods. tobacco is a natural substance and does do bad things to the body it just gives you cancer and other disgusting diseases.
Can you get hives to cigarette smoke?
If you are allergic to tobacco, maybe. Tobacco is rarely identified as a trigger of acute attacks of hives, but people who suffer from chronic hives often report that the substance makes their symptoms worse.