What drugs give off a smell? A guide to pharmacological and substance-related odors
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Hundreds of medications have been documented to cause changes in taste or smell, which can affect a person's body, breath, or urine odor. Understanding what drugs give off a smell is important for patients and caregivers to recognize potential side effects or signs of substance misuse. These odors can stem from altered metabolic processes, changes in sweat, or the excretion of chemical compounds.