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September 14, 2026 · 28 minThis week on The Tox Lab, we're diving into the world of Kanna alkaloids. We begin by exploring Kanna, its traditional use in southern Africa, and the growing interest in its potential effects on anxiety and depression. We take a closer…
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Episode 93: Psychedelic Therapy: Psilocybin, Depression and the Evidence
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Episode 92: Mad Honey - Grayanotoxins and Cardiovascular Effects
August 31, 2026 · 18 minThis week on The Tox Lab, we're diving into the world of mad honey and grayanotoxin poisoning. We examine where mad honey comes from and its cultural uses before turning to the compounds responsible for its toxic effects: grayanotoxins…
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Episode 91: Toxicology Results - What Does the Number Actually Mean?
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Episode 90: Fentanyl: Toxicity, Testing and Interpretation
August 17, 2026 · 39 minThis week on The Tox Lab, we're taking a closer look at fentanyl, exploring its clinical use, toxicological risks, and the analytical challenges associated with detecting and interpreting fentanyl exposure. We begin by examining fentanyl…
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Episode 89: Absinthe: Thujone, Toxicity and the Myths of the Green Fairy
August 10, 2026 · 20 minThis week on The Tox Lab, we're diving into the world of absinthe, the infamous "Green Fairy". We begin by exploring what absinthe actually is, from its botanical origins and traditional preparation to its rise in popularity and the myths…
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Episode 88: Decongestants - When Nasal Sprays and Eye Drops Become Toxic
August 3, 2026 · 18 minThis week on The Tox Lab, we're taking a look at the dark side of decongestants and exploring how seemingly harmless over-the-counter nasal sprays and eye drops can cause severe toxicity. We begin by discussing the pharmacology of…
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Episode 87: Wastewater Analysis: Can Sewage Detect Emerging Drug Trends?
July 27, 2026 · 29 minThis week on The Tox Lab, we're diving into wastewater-based epidemiology and exploring how wastewater analysis can be used to monitor drug use and emerging drug trends. We begin by discussing the UK national wastewater analysis programme…
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Episode 86: Silver Toxicity: Medical Uses, Argyria and Anaemia
July 20, 2026 · 18 minThis week on The Tox Lab, we're discussing silver toxicity and the toxicological consequences of using silver outside its established medical applications. We begin by exploring the legitimate uses of silver in medicine, including wound…
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