Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What is the herb khat? what is it used for?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Khat: is drug which may be abused as a stimulant.
Answered 11/30/2014
3.5k views
Thank
An herb that: acts as a stimulant and has high abuse potential. Here is what it does to your teeth
Answered 11/30/2014
3.5k views
Thank
Show 1 more comment
Related Questions
A member asked:
How do I stop using khat? Is there any medication that will help me wean off?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
How addictive is khat (the stimulant from Africa)?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Can you tell me about it's like to try khat, it's african leaves that are chewed for their stimulant effect?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
Could all people who take khat get impotent?
Some cultures use drugs for centuries (like khat) is "addiction" just a modern phenomenon? Can addictive substances be used safely in other cultures?
Someone said khat was "cardiotoxic" what does that mean?
My friend uses rohyphnol when chewing khat is he in a risk?
What psychiatric problems do khat create?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
