Cocaine for Toothaches: 19th-Century MedicineHow a 'miracle cure' became a dangerous drug epidemic.
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Historically Bad AdviceDiscover the shocking history of cocaine as an over-the-counter remedy. Marketed for ailments like toothaches, especially in children, this 'miracle' drug was endorsed by pharmacists and doctors in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The story reveals how a celebrated medical breakthrough quickly devolved into a widespread public health crisis, highlighting the dangers of misunderstood science.
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