Regarding "Report: Ex-Buc Used Cocaine Before Death" (Metro, May 29): Another tragic overdose has been reported with "a narcotic pain reliever and cocaine." Let's teach your readers how this happens. ...more

June 1, 2008

WESLEY CHAPEL - Former Tampa Bay Buccaneer Tom McHale took an anti-anxiety drug and used cocaine the night before he died, according to a Pasco County Sheriff's Office report. ...more

May 28, 2008

OXYCONTIN The strong narcotic pain reliever is similar to morphine and is designed to treat moderate to severe pain expected to last for a long time. It should be used on a regular schedule as prescribed by a doctor, not on an as-needed basis. Side effects can include nausea, vomiting, constipation, mild itching, drowsiness, dry mouth, lightheadedness, loss of appetite and weakness. ...more

December 30, 2007