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Title: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Bateman on July 05, 2010, 12:29:42 PM
Reported on NINE MSN .. Unconscious carried on a stretcher  :(




Edit: Confirmed by a Epworth hospital official that Cuz was rushed to the emergency department by not into intensive care as initially reported.

Update [3.20pm]:
SEN said Cuz was moved from emergency into intensive care at 2.30pm just for observational purposes. When the hospital said he wasn't in intensive care it was because he was still in the emergency department.

Club will comment at 4pm.
Title: Re: Cus Intensive Care
Post by: wayne on July 05, 2010, 12:33:07 PM
Hutchy just breaking it now on SEN.

Adverse reaction to a sleeping tablet.
Title: Re: Cus Intensive Care
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 05, 2010, 12:35:04 PM
adverse reaction to a sleeping tablet
Title: Re: Cus Intensive Care
Post by: TigerLand on July 05, 2010, 12:37:30 PM
Just heard it was an allergic reaction to a sleeping tablet.

I feel sick, glad to hear he's in good hands.
Title: Re: Cus Intensive Care
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 12:41:34 PM
Officially confirmed by the Club. Cuz in Epworth hospital now
Title: Re: Cus Intensive Care
Post by: cub on July 05, 2010, 01:11:28 PM
Far out
Title: Re: Cus Intensive Care
Post by: WilliamPowell on July 05, 2010, 01:12:33 PM
Reported on NINE MSN .. Unconscious carried on a stretcher  :(

Another beautiful piece of senasationalism by the Nine Network news department.... no wonder Hutchy is their golden haired boy  ;D

Title: Re: Cus Intensive Care
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 01:15:42 PM
SEN said Cuz is NOT in intensive care according to the Epworth Hospital


Title: Re: Cus Intensive Care
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 01:16:53 PM
Ben Cousins in hospital

    * From: AAP
    * July 05, 2010 12:44PM


RICHMOND midfielder Ben Cousins has been rushed to hospital after taking a sleeping tablet.

The club says the veteran was admitted to Epworth Hospital this morning after suffering "an adverse reaction to a sleeping tablet".

The Tigers will release further details once Cousin's condition becomes clearer.

The Herald Sun said Cousins was rushed to hospital with a re-occurrence of stomach pains.

Cousins reportedly awoke "with an intense abdominal complaint after suffering an adverse reaction to a sleeping tablet".

Only hours before he had played a key role in the Tigers' come from behind win over Sydney, collecting 21 possessions.

Cousins was forced to spend days in hospital in the lead up to Round 1, with doctors struggling to find the cause of the complaint.

After an interrupted pre-season he has played excellent football in recent week and has expressed a desire to play on with Richmond next season.

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/breaking-news/ben-cousins-in-hospital/story-e6frf7jx-1225888011624
Title: Re: Cus Intensive Care
Post by: mightytiges on July 05, 2010, 01:33:27 PM
Hopefully Cuz is okay   :pray


Way to go Hutchy  ::). I'm sure you'll boast about breaking the news on FC tonight  ::).
Title: Re: Cus NOT in Intensive Care [update]
Post by: Fishfinger on July 05, 2010, 01:38:11 PM
Hiding in Cuz's wheelie bin paid off.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital but NOT in Intensive Care [update]
Post by: Tigermonk on July 05, 2010, 01:41:12 PM
Hutchy is a tip-rat
Would sleep in a garbage bin to get a story, & then reports it wrong anyway to create drama.  ;D
Title: Re: Cus NOT in Intensive Care [update]
Post by: Tigermonk on July 05, 2010, 01:41:48 PM
Hiding in Cuz's wheelie bin paid off.

lol think alike Fishy  :thumbsup
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital but NOT in Intensive Care [update]
Post by: aetherunknown on July 05, 2010, 01:47:24 PM
Hutchy is a tip-rat
Would sleep in a garbage bin to get a story, & then reports it wrong anyway to create drama.  ;D


Haha hit the nail right on the head there!
Ben get better soon champ.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital but NOT in Intensive Care [update]
Post by: mightytiges on July 05, 2010, 01:50:46 PM
Hutchy is a tip-rat
Would sleep in a garbage bin to get a story, & then reports it wrong anyway to create drama.  ;D

;D  :clapping

Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital but NOT in Intensive Care [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 01:53:33 PM
You've got to love the Herald-Sun. Uses this 'opportunity' to bring up all of Cousins' past  ::)



A timeline of Richmond star Ben Cousins' troubles since his days at the West Coast Eagles

    * Staff writers
    * From: Herald Sun
    * July 05, 2010 1:30PM


BEN Cousins has frequently found himself at the centre over controversy over well-publicised troubles with drugs and underworld connections that have frequently overshadowed his on-field brilliance.

SEPTEMBER 2002: Fights teammate Daniel Kerr at a nightclub in Perth suburb of Claremont. Cousins' arm is broken after he is pushed downstairs by an unknown assailant.

.....

Full article at:
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/a-timeline-of-richmond-star-ben-cousins-troubles-since-his-days-at-the-west-coast-eagles/story-e6frf7jo-1225888043341
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital but NOT in Intensive Care [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 01:58:33 PM
and even in the main article about him being in hospital the Herald-Sun link in his past drug history even though it has nothing to do this ::)



Ben Cousins in hospital

    * From: Herald Sun
    * July 05, 2010 1:09PM


RICHMOND star Ben Cousins has been rushed to hospital with a re-occurrence of stomach pains.

....

"The midfielder's career has been marred by highly-publicised off-field incidents involving recreational drug use.

He was banned from the AFL for one year in 2007 for "bringing the game into disrepute."

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/national/ben-cousins-in-hospital/story-e6frf7l6-1225888028499
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital but NOT in Intensive Care [update]
Post by: mightytiges on July 05, 2010, 02:05:55 PM
Damian "mini-me" Barrett on the Ch 9 newsbreak is outside Epworth. Crocmedia is such an appropriate name  :yep
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital but NOT in Intensive Care [update]
Post by: aetherunknown on July 05, 2010, 02:10:14 PM
Hutchy and Barret just looking to create a storm in a tea cup.

The stories that these two break 'calling' news surely only falls short of propoganda for puppets?
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital but NOT in Intensive Care [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 02:34:42 PM
SEN said at 11.40am Cuz was rushed to hospital with a stomach complaint.

Gerard Healy apparently spoke to Cuz at 9pm and said he was happy and healthy.

SEN reporter confirmed he was taken to hospital by ambulance and admitted to the emergency dept. He is not in intensive care. They are not sure what ward he is in.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital but in Intensive Care [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 03:23:58 PM
SEN just said Cuz was moved from emergency into intensive care at 2.30pm just for observational purposes. When the hospital said he wasn't in intensive care it was because he was still in the emergency department.

Club will comment at 4pm.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 04:02:13 PM
Ben Cousins moved to intensive care after reaction to sleeping pill
SAMANTHA LANE
July 5, 2010 - 2:51PM

2.40pm UPDATE


BEN Cousins has been admitted to the intensive care unit of the Epworth hospital after having his worrying stomach complaint assessed by doctors.

The Age has been told Cousins is in a stable condition, and that he is an intensive care bed for observation, but concern about the 31-year-old recovering drug addict is clearly high.

The Richmond onballer was rushed to hospital in an ambulance around 11.45am today and was still having his condition assessed in an emergency department booth at 1.20pm.

It was then decided he should go to intensive care.

Richmond released a statement saying Cousins had suffered from "an adverse reaction to a sleeping tablet" and that the club was awaiting further updates.

The 31-year-old was part of Richmond’s stirring come-from-behind win over Sydney at the MCG on Sunday, gathering 21 possessions.

Cousins was treated at the Epworth prior to round one for a stomach complaint that caused him extreme pain.

The Age understands the Brownlow medallist has not required treatment at the Epworth since that time.
Cousins has submitted himself to regular drug testing since the Tigers threw him a lifeline following his year-long ban from the AFL for illicit drug use.

Gerard Healy, the 3AW Sports Today host who is a mentor to Cousins, has told the radio station he spoke to the Tigers' star at 9pm last night and was 'happy and healthy'.

http://www.smh.com.au/afl/afl-news/ben-cousins-moved-to-intensive-care-after-reaction-to-sleeping-pill-20100705-zwnq.html
Title: RFC press conference about Cuz at 4pm
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 04:13:21 PM
Craig Cameron said Cuz's condition won't be fully known for another day or so (24 hours). He's sedated while in hospital and in intensive care. All Cameron said he wasn't a doctor and all he knows is Cuz had an adverse reaction to the sleeping tablet. Cameron made it certain that nothing illicit was involved.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: mightytiges on July 05, 2010, 04:39:47 PM
Doesn't sound great does it if he's been sedated  :-\. Even if he's okay and he's just in ICU on observation he definitely won't be playing this week :(.

Got to love the journo who asked if he was intoxicated  ::)
Title: Re: RFC press conference about Cuz at 4pm
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 04:46:16 PM
Here's the audio of Craig Cameron at the press conference

http://blogs.abc.net.au/files/cameron_cousins.mp3 (http://blogs.abc.net.au/files/cameron_cousins.mp3)



Cousins moved to intensive care
Updated July 5, 2010 16:29:00

Richmond says it will not know more about Ben Cousins' condition for "24 to 48 hours" after the former Brownlow medallist was moved to intensive care at Melbourne's Epworth Hospital.

Cousins was taken to hospital by ambulance at around 11.45am (AEST) for what Cameron described as as an "adverse reaction to a sleeping tablet".

The 32-year-old spent close to three hours in the hospital's emergency department before being moved to intensive care.

Tigers football operations manager Craig Cameron says Cousins is sedated and may have taken the sleeping tablet as part of his recovery process following the Tigers' four-point victory over Sydney at the MCG on Sunday.

Cousins was taken to Epworth Hospital in March suffering from cramps and severe abdominal pain, however Cameron says the West Coast premiership player's current condition is "unrelated" to this previous episode.

Cameron says he is unaware if Cousins consumed alcohol in the hours following the Tigers' victory over the Swans.

http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/07/05/2945217.htm?site=sport&section=all
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 05:07:47 PM
Ch 10 saying Cuz has been put into an "induced coma" so they can treat him.

They show Cameron saying Cuz's girlfriend had trouble waking Cuz this morning so called the club doctor and after examining him they took him to hospital. He's been put into intensive care and sedated.
Title: Cousins hospitalised (RFC statement)
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 05:14:18 PM
Cousins hospitalised
richmondfc.com.au
By Nat Edwards
4:46 PM Mon 05 July, 2010


Video of press conference:
http://www.richmondfc.com.au/roar%20vision%20archive/tabid/11454/contentid/278486/default.aspx (http://www.richmondfc.com.au/roar%20vision%20archive/tabid/11454/contentid/278486/default.aspx)


BROWNLOW Medallist Ben Cousins is under observation at Epworth Hospital's intensive care unit after being rushed to hospital after undergoing an adverse reaction to a sleeping pill.

His condition is being monitored and more will be known in 24-48 hours.

Cousins spent Monday morning in the emergency department before he was sedated and moved to intensive care on Monday afternoon.

Richmond football manager Craig Cameron told the media the club doctor was contacted by Cousins' girlfriend when she had difficulty waking him on Monday morning.

“As you’re all probably aware Ben Cousins has had an adverse reaction to a sleeping pill,” Cameron said.

“This morning his girlfriend rang the club and spoke to the club doctor to let him know that she found it difficult to rouse him and it was decided to take him to Epworth hospital.

“The only information we have from the staff is that it was an adverse reaction to a sleeping pill and as I say we really won’t know more for the next day or so.”

Cameron was unaware of exactly how many sleeping tablets Cousins had consumed last night but denied the incident was suspicious.

“We’ve got no suspicion that there was anything illicit involved,” Cameron said.

“It’s definitely concerning for his health. He’s in hospital in intensive care. His condition won’t be known for another 24 hours and that’s concerning for sure and we’re worried about Ben’s health.”

Cameron admitted he wasn’t previously aware that Cousins was taking a sedative but dismissed it as being unusual. 

“He probably takes one after a game I’d imagine to try and calm down and sleep. I don’t think it’s unusual for players to take sedatives or sleeping tables after games.”

Cameron said Monday's issue was unrelated to an abdominal complaint Cousins suffered earlier this year.

Cousins, who played in the 2006 premiership as part of his 238 games for West Coast, was sacked by the club in 2007 after his arrest on drugs charges - later dropped - and spent 2008 out of the game after being deregistered by the AFL.

He was picked up by the Tigers with the last pick in the 2009 NAB AFL Pre-Season Draft, and despite battling injury, has played 25 matches for his new club.

http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/6301/newsid/97552/default.aspx
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerLand on July 05, 2010, 05:18:41 PM
Doesn't sound great does it if he's been sedated  :-\. Even if he's okay and he's just in ICU on observation he definitely won't be playing this week :(.

Got to love the journo who asked if he was intoxicated  ::)

That was Craig Hutchison.

What a pig of a bloke
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: bojangles17 on July 05, 2010, 05:31:58 PM
is there any word on whether he'll be right for this weeks game or not ???
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: FNM on July 05, 2010, 05:38:35 PM
is there any word on whether he'll be right for this weeks game or not ???
I'd doubt it, Bo. Depends on his condition, as it could all be precautionary
My dad had a reaction to morphine and was on life support for three days as a result and two months in hospital afterwards recovering from something he'd had before and shown no previous problems with it.
But he wasn't a fit boy like Ben, so hopefully he's up and about soon  :thumbsup
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Rodgerramjet on July 05, 2010, 05:56:32 PM
is there any word on whether he'll be right for this weeks game or not ???

I think we better make sure he's still alive first
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Rodgerramjet on July 05, 2010, 05:58:15 PM
Ch 10 saying Cuz has been put into an "induced coma" so they can treat him.

They show Cameron saying Cuz's girlfriend had trouble waking Cuz this morning so called the club doctor and after examining him they took him to hospital. He's been put into intensive care and sedated.


If this is true, this is not good.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: WilliamPowell on July 05, 2010, 06:02:08 PM
Doesn't sound great does it if he's been sedated  :-\. Even if he's okay and he's just in ICU on observation he definitely won't be playing this week :(.


Quite common when you a dealing with a reaction to medications.

Being sedated slows the body down and as well as taking the pressure of the body trying to fight what has happened.... makes the DOctors job a bit easier in treating and analysing what's happened

Ch 10 saying Cuz has been put into an "induced coma" so they can treat him.

They show Cameron saying Cuz's girlfriend had trouble waking Cuz this morning so called the club doctor and after examining him they took him to hospital. He's been put into intensive care and sedated.


If this is true, this is not good.


I think Ch10 can join the Ch9 sensationalism circus after their pathetic "induced coma" comment, being sedated (heavily) can mean you are bascially asleep.

Fair dinkum the media are a disgrace   
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Rodgerramjet on July 05, 2010, 06:18:54 PM

I think Ch10 can join the Ch9 sensationalism circus after their pathetic "induced coma" comment, being sedated (heavily) can mean you are bascially asleep.

Fair dinkum the media are a disgrace   

Ah yes, the press. idiots one day, Arseholes the next
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerLand on July 05, 2010, 06:34:41 PM
Yeah spot on MT.

Induced Coma and being sedated/anaesthetic are completely separate things.

Media cant be throwing around these comments so naively. Its a disgrace
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 07:08:14 PM
I think Ch10 can join the Ch9 sensationalism circus after their pathetic "induced coma" comment, being sedated (heavily) can mean you are bascially asleep.

Fair dinkum the media are a disgrace   
Yep check out the NINEMSN page including the video clip freeze  ::)

"Cousins in induced coma"

"Cousins Pill Drama - Reports Brownlow medallist found unconscious"

http://wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=6912587
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 09:18:26 PM
Sports Tonight on Ch 10 still saying Cuz is in an induced coma although they qualified it by saying "it's a very sedated state"  :whistle. Cuz won't be playing this week.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 10:51:15 PM
Damian Barrett is still outside the Epworth saying Cuz will remain under sedation at least until tomorrow morning. He also has a breathing apparatus to help his breathing. Said Cuz took a 'No doze' common amongst footballers before the game to get him up and then a glass of wine afterwards and prescribed high-strength sleeping tablets.

Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: FNM on July 05, 2010, 10:55:44 PM
He also has a breathing apparatus to help his breathing.

Probably an oxygen mask but being the media  ::)
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 05, 2010, 11:33:56 PM
Well the Australian has the headline tomorrow - Cousins, End of career  ::).
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Mr Magic on July 06, 2010, 02:20:29 AM
Well the Australian has the headline tomorrow - Cousins, End of career  ::).

To be honest that's hardly news.
He's very close to the end despite yesterday's health problems.

Get well soon Benny and enjoy the rest of the year. :thumbsup
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: eliminator on July 06, 2010, 07:03:16 AM
Wishing him a speedy recovery. This is such a shame. He has been playing great football. It appears the media have little idea what is going on. Hopefully the club will release another statement today.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: FNM on July 06, 2010, 11:37:25 AM
Is soon to be released according to news reports
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Tigermonk on July 06, 2010, 12:33:13 PM

A simple case of the human body going into shock when your asking too much of it,  then trying to shut it down  ;D
This method has been around for many years.

The doctors are the problem for abusing thier powers of handing out prescribed drugs to players when they dont need them.
Not once has anybody brought this problem up. Club doctors are fully aware of what the players are doing & ignore the problem too where it is today. It is why teens are drinking mothers before games. Its rife in the TAC & lower leagues also.

Very few footballers would need sleeping tablets after a huge day of football pre-game, game, post game, celebrations, late night.

l hope this will open the eyes of the AFL drug problem  :banghead But as the saying goes, There are always those who work in labs experimenting on something to get past the drug testing & developing a new method of performace enhancing.

Ben Cousins has committed no illegal offence. His just taking it too a riskier level, It backfired  ;D
Title: Cuz has left hospital
Post by: one-eyed on July 06, 2010, 12:42:06 PM
Cuz has discharged himself from hospital. So he's gone home  :).

He was going to give a media statement but changed his mind after talking to the Club.
Title: Re: Cuz has left hospital
Post by: Tigermonk on July 06, 2010, 01:05:06 PM
Cuz has discharged himself from hospital. So he's gone home  :).

He was going to give a media statement but changed his mind after talking to the Club.

So much for being in a coma  ;D l bet he had a good night sleep & relaxing time.
l prefer Cousins & the Club too keep it all in house & not make any statement
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerLand on July 06, 2010, 01:29:08 PM

A simple case of the human body going into shock when your asking too much of it,  then trying to shut it down  ;D
This method has been around for many years.

The doctors are the problem for abusing thier powers of handing out prescribed drugs to players when they dont need them.
Not once has anybody brought this problem up. Club doctors are fully aware of what the players are doing & ignore the problem too where it is today. It is why teens are drinking mothers before games. Its rife in the TAC & lower leagues also.

Very few footballers would need sleeping tablets after a huge day of football pre-game, game, post game, celebrations, late night.

l hope this will open the eyes of the AFL drug problem  :banghead But as the saying goes, There are always those who work in labs experimenting on something to get past the drug testing & developing a new method of performace enhancing.

Ben Cousins has committed no illegal offence. His just taking it too a riskier level, It backfired  ;D

Monk do some research.

The sleeping pill has not been confirmed being prescribed you can buy sleeping tablets over the counter at a super market.

Many players take sleeping tablets in fact you'll find a majority do after night games especially interstate when they need to be be awake by 7am for a flight to return home.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Tigermonk on July 06, 2010, 01:31:50 PM
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Monk do some research.

The sleeping pill has not been confirmed being prescribed you can buy sleeping tablets over the counter at a super market.

Many players take sleeping tablets in fact you'll find a majority do after night games especially interstate when they need to be be awake by 7am for a flight to return home.


 :rollin :rollin :rollin :rollin
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Tigermonk on July 06, 2010, 01:45:55 PM

next you be telling me you can buy tamazapam at the Milk bar  :lol
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 06, 2010, 01:47:10 PM

A simple case of the human body going into shock when your asking too much of it,  then trying to shut it down  ;D
This method has been around for many years.

The doctors are the problem for abusing thier powers of handing out prescribed drugs to players when they dont need them.
Not once has anybody brought this problem up. Club doctors are fully aware of what the players are doing & ignore the problem too where it is today. It is why teens are drinking mothers before games. Its rife in the TAC & lower leagues also.

Very few footballers would need sleeping tablets after a huge day of football pre-game, game, post game, celebrations, late night.

l hope this will open the eyes of the AFL drug problem  :banghead But as the saying goes, There are always those who work in labs experimenting on something to get past the drug testing & developing a new method of performace enhancing.

Ben Cousins has committed no illegal offence. His just taking it too a riskier level, It backfired  ;D

Monk do some research.

The sleeping pill has not been confirmed being prescribed you can buy sleeping tablets over the counter at a super market.

Many players take sleeping tablets in fact you'll find a majority do after night games especially interstate when they need to be be awake by 7am for a flight to return home.


all sleeping tablets cannot be bought without a prescription, u cannot buy them at the supermarket nong  head

those tablets at the supermarket are just herbal supliements that help u relax not medication

only medication that can be brought at supermarkets are basic pain killer such as panadol, herron, aspirin etc and cough medicines  that dont even work ,


ur info is wrong
Title: Re: Cuz has left hospital
Post by: Mr Magic on July 06, 2010, 01:50:08 PM
l prefer Cousins & the Club too keep it all in house & not make any statement[/color]

Have to make a statement to call off the media hounds.

'Ben is fine, thanks for your concern' would suffice.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Francois Jackson on July 06, 2010, 01:50:42 PM

A simple case of the human body going into shock when your asking too much of it,  then trying to shut it down  ;D
This method has been around for many years.

The doctors are the problem for abusing thier powers of handing out prescribed drugs to players when they dont need them.
Not once has anybody brought this problem up. Club doctors are fully aware of what the players are doing & ignore the problem too where it is today. It is why teens are drinking mothers before games. Its rife in the TAC & lower leagues also.

Very few footballers would need sleeping tablets after a huge day of football pre-game, game, post game, celebrations, late night.

l hope this will open the eyes of the AFL drug problem  :banghead But as the saying goes, There are always those who work in labs experimenting on something to get past the drug testing & developing a new method of performace enhancing.

Ben Cousins has committed no illegal offence. His just taking it too a riskier level, It backfired  ;D

Monk do some research.

The sleeping pill has not been confirmed being prescribed you can buy sleeping tablets over the counter at a super market.

Many players take sleeping tablets in fact you'll find a majority do after night games especially interstate when they need to be be awake by 7am for a flight to return home.

temazzapan over the counter at safeway. Maybe safeway in africa not this country pal.

Pretty sure its a safe bet he used something you cant buy over the counter at the local supermarket.

Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 06, 2010, 01:52:16 PM

next you be telling me you can buy tamazapam at the Milk bar  :lol

dont worry monk he is an idiot , oh yeah i just bought some morhine at safeway cos my pack pain is so bad lol

valarium is what u buy at teh supermarket , its a herb that helps relax u , its not a sleeping tablet lol

he is an idiot
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Tigermonk on July 06, 2010, 01:52:21 PM

see Popelord you should have googled that for the correct answer   ;D now your looking mighty stupid

X you young buck
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 06, 2010, 01:53:39 PM

see Popelord you should have googled that for the correct answer   ;D now your looking mighty stupid

X you young buck

whats up monk, been a while we must catch up
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Tigermonk on July 06, 2010, 01:55:47 PM

The prefered choice is the little green tablet  ;D
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Tigermonk on July 06, 2010, 01:56:25 PM

see Popelord you should have googled that for the correct answer   ;D now your looking mighty stupid

X you young buck

whats up monk, been a while we must catch up

yeah it has l been playing in the mud again on weekends   ;D
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Infamy on July 06, 2010, 02:00:14 PM
Can you clowns actually read?

Quote
The sleeping pill has not been confirmed being prescribed you can buy sleeping tablets over the counter at a super market.

Now while we know he's taken Temazepam before, there are also reports he's changed his prescription to a new type of sleeper. This has nothing to do with buying sleeping tablets at the supermarket, but nowhere did Popelord say you could by prescription medication at Safeway.

You may as well sell Temazepam at Safeway though, it's useless stuff, get to sleep better using tic tacs.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Tigermonk on July 06, 2010, 02:06:44 PM
Can you clowns actually read?

Quote
The sleeping pill has not been confirmed being prescribed you can buy sleeping tablets over the counter at a super market.

Now while we know he's taken Temazepam before, there are also reports he's changed his prescription to a new type of sleeper. This has nothing to do with buying sleeping tablets at the supermarket, but nowhere did Popelord say you could by prescription medication at Safeway.

You may as well sell Temazepam at Safeway though, it's useless stuff, get to sleep better using tic tacs.

Go away fool, go drive that leased mercedes  :lol
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 06, 2010, 02:08:03 PM
Cousins discharges himself from hospital
July 6, 2010 - 1:19PM

AFL star Ben Cousins has discharged himself from a Melbourne hospital after treatment for a suspected adverse reaction to a prescribed sleeping pill.

An Epworth Hospital spokeswoman told reporters the Richmond player had left the hospital late Tuesday morning, but did not give any details on his condition.

It is understood Cousins insisted on discharging himself.

The hospital had indicated Cousins would make a statement, but those plans were cancelled after he spoke to the club.

A Richmond official told reporters outside the hospital the club would only release a written statement later on Tuesday.

Cousins' girlfriend visited the hospital earlier on Tuesday, leaving alone.

http://news.smh.com.au/breaking-news-sport/cousins-discharges-himself-from-hospital-20100706-zy10.html

UPDATE 12.30pm: Ben Cousins has been discharged from Epworth Hospital after yesterday’s drug-induced medical scare.

Hospital staff confirmed a short time ago that the Brownlow medalist had departed.

His girlfriend Maylea Tinecheff, who had been at the hospital since 8.30am today, left alone at 11.30am before Cousins’ departure to an undisclosed location.

She drove to the couple’s Elsternwick home where she spent about 10 minutes, apparently packing a bag.

When asked by waiting media about Cousins’ condition, she said “He’s good” before asking to be left alone.

Richmond FC says it will make a formal statement this afternoon.

This morning hospital staff said Cousins had spent a comfortable night in hospital.

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/tigers-ben-cousins-back-in-hospital/story-e6frf9jf-1225888005432
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 06, 2010, 02:11:23 PM
SEN saying there's speculation that Cuz wants to play this weekend.

RFC statement in an hour or two.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Infamy on July 06, 2010, 02:35:05 PM
Can you clowns actually read?

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The sleeping pill has not been confirmed being prescribed you can buy sleeping tablets over the counter at a super market.

Now while we know he's taken Temazepam before, there are also reports he's changed his prescription to a new type of sleeper. This has nothing to do with buying sleeping tablets at the supermarket, but nowhere did Popelord say you could by prescription medication at Safeway.

You may as well sell Temazepam at Safeway though, it's useless stuff, get to sleep better using tic tacs.

Go away fool, go drive that leased mercedes  :lol
You keep using that as an insult, but I'm not entirely sure why, it's a strange one
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Infamy on July 06, 2010, 02:38:16 PM
SEN saying there's speculation that Cuz wants to play this weekend.

RFC statement in an hour or two.
It's only Tuesday, he should be fine to play
This has been the most blown out of proportion story of the entire year
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: mat073 on July 06, 2010, 02:39:12 PM
Media looking like fools again....he was almost dead and buried last night with the doctors pulling the plug. :wallywink
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerLand on July 06, 2010, 02:48:15 PM
Can you clowns actually read?

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The sleeping pill has not been confirmed being prescribed you can buy sleeping tablets over the counter at a super market.

Now while we know he's taken Temazepam before, there are also reports he's changed his prescription to a new type of sleeper. This has nothing to do with buying sleeping tablets at the supermarket, but nowhere did Popelord say you could by prescription medication at Safeway.

You may as well sell Temazepam at Safeway though, it's useless stuff, get to sleep better using tic tacs.

Thank you Infamy, you've restored my faith in this forum.

Here you go Monk:
Buy Valium Online Without Prescription - Lowest Prices Guaranteed
www.longfellowtraining.com/ - Cached

You can buy herbal sleeping tablets in "Milk Bars" and even Shell Petrol Stations.

For all we know thats what he took.

Hence do your research and don't pay out on our medical staff when Cousins could have bought it at Coles.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Ox on July 06, 2010, 02:57:49 PM
ficken media circus @ a hospital. :wallywink

Well done Ben,doing the media brush.

stuffen dogs.

They say "anything to do with BC is a drama"
What they should say is "anything to do with BC we make a drama out of"
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: 1965 on July 06, 2010, 03:06:02 PM
Can you clowns actually read?

Quote
The sleeping pill has not been confirmed being prescribed you can buy sleeping tablets over the counter at a super market.

Now while we know he's taken Temazepam before, there are also reports he's changed his prescription to a new type of sleeper. This has nothing to do with buying sleeping tablets at the supermarket, but nowhere did Popelord say you could by prescription medication at Safeway.

You may as well sell Temazepam at Safeway though, it's useless stuff, get to sleep better using tic tacs.

Go away fool, go drive that leased mercedes  :lol
You keep using that as an insult, but I'm not entirely sure why, it's a strange one

It is a bit strange how some people hang onto an insult for so long.

 :lol
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: FNM on July 06, 2010, 03:11:03 PM
Froars little helpers are called Imovane - quarter of a tablet does me fine  :thumbsup
Isn't Tamazapan an epileptic drug?
Title: Toxicology reports give Cousins all-clear for alcohol: report (Age)
Post by: one-eyed on July 06, 2010, 03:50:14 PM
Toxicology reports give Cousins all-clear for alcohol: report
ROBYN GRACE
July 6, 2010 - 3:03PM


Toxicology tests for Ben Cousins have reportedly given the AFL star the all-clear for alcohol.

Radio 3AW reported this afternoon results of Cousins’ toxicology tests revealed the Tigers star had no alcohol in his blood system when he was rushed to hospital yesterday.

Cousins was discharged from hospital today after treatment for a suspected adverse reaction to a prescribed sleeping pill.

3AW’s Sports Today host Gerard Healy said this afternoon Cousins had been ‘‘off the grog for a month’’.

An Epworth Hospital spokeswoman confirmed at midday the Richmond player had left the hospital and was not expected to speak to media, as had been rumoured.

Richmond officials are expected to release a statement this afternoon.

Earlier, the hospital spokeswoman said the Richmond player was free to leave and he had told staff he wanted to go home.

Cousins was no longer being sedated, his condition was stable and he had spent a comfortable night in hospital, the spokeswoman said.

http://www.smh.com.au/afl/afl-news/toxicology-reports-give-cousins-allclear-for-alcohol-report-20100706-zy2n.html
Title: Cousins released from hospital (RFC statement)
Post by: one-eyed on July 06, 2010, 04:07:30 PM
Cousins released from hospital
richmondfc.com.au
3:41 PM Tue 06 July, 2010



Ben Cousins has been released from Epworth Hospital this afternoon.

“Ben’s condition improved significantly overnight and medical staff at the Epworth saw fit to release him from hospital this afternoon,” Richmond general manager of football Craig Cameron said today.

“The most important thing over the past 24 hours has been Ben’s health and the Club is pleased he is expected to make a full recovery. No decision has been made on his immediate playing future.”

Tests have confirmed his condition was the result of a severe reaction to a prescribed sleeping medication.

“Players are continually counselled on the correct use of prescribed medication and the club will continue to be vigilant to ensure players are well informed,” Cameron said.

Beyond this, Ben has requested he also be drug tested by the AFL to prove beyond doubt that illicit drugs were not involved.

The Club will not be making any further comment.

http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/6301/newsid/97633/default.aspx
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 06, 2010, 04:24:59 PM
there is alot more to this , the truth may never come out
 ;) ;) :shh
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: FNM on July 06, 2010, 04:26:18 PM
there is alot more to this , the truth may never come out
 ;) ;) :shh
lmao@our conspiracy theorists again
if the drug tests prove he's clean, WGAF!
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: FNM on July 06, 2010, 04:34:28 PM
there is alot more to this , the truth may never come out
 ;) ;) :shh
lmao@our conspiracy theorists again
if the drug tests prove he's clean, WGAF!

its not a conspiracy but sometimes the truth gets hidden , does anyone really know what the blood test results really were
the truth is the truth, whether it comes out or not is a different story, this is a very delicate situation

and this has nothing to do with jackstar

lets just say that sleeping tablets are not alway used to help one sleep


The fact you're saying this in the open makes you as bad as Jack
Don't you guys ever support this club?
Not a loyal bone in your jellyfish bodies
 >:(
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: blaisee on July 06, 2010, 04:35:13 PM
the inuendo on this thread is scurrilous and the proponents of them should be banned and posts deleted
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 06, 2010, 04:37:09 PM
i support this club more than many of u , and ben cuz

im not saying anyting more and havent really said anything u r assuming many things

but dont u go questioning how much i support this club and and ben

u have no idea

Edited:for avoiding the swear filter
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 06, 2010, 04:38:24 PM
the inuendo on this thread is scurrilous and the proponents of them should be banned and posts deleted

nothing has been said so what do u want banned
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: FNM on July 06, 2010, 04:40:38 PM
fo i support this club more than many of u , and ben cuz

im not saying anyting more and havent really said anything u r assuming many things

but dont u go questioning how much i support this club and and ben u skank

u have nfi
We have enough innuendo from the media, opposition supporters. We don't need our so-called own doing the same. Until you have facts, STFU!
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 06, 2010, 04:42:02 PM
i know many drug addicts that are recovering, they stay away from panadol as much as sleeping pills

addicts are addicts , should not be taking any form of drug

archer spoke on radio today and even he became addicted to sleeping pills

why prescribe sleeping pills to an addict , some docs have no stuffing idea
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: FNM on July 06, 2010, 04:42:54 PM
why prescribe sleeping pills to an addict , some docs have no effing idea

So they can sleep  ::)
Title: Re: Cousins released from hospital (RFC statement)
Post by: WilliamPowell on July 06, 2010, 04:43:37 PM

its not a conspiracy but sometimes the truth gets hidden , does anyone really know what the blood test results really were
the truth is the truth, whether it comes out or not is a different story, this is a very delicate situation

So this means zilch?

Beyond this, Ben has requested he also be drug tested by the AFL to prove beyond doubt that illicit drugs were not involved.

So this is going to be good enough?

If our arm of WADA test him and it comes back negative will it be enough?

Or do you honestly believe X that the AFL (you know the mob who de-registered him for 12 mths) and every other drug testing agency in the country is going to cover it up?

Please give me a break

The FACT that Benny has requested he be tested shows pretty clearly to me that he aint got anything to hide

Bottom line is any person can have a reaction to prescribed medication that no-one can foresee and it's a fact.

Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Infamy on July 06, 2010, 04:45:31 PM
Froars little helpers are called Imovane - quarter of a tablet does me fine  :thumbsup
Isn't Tamazapan an epileptic drug?

I've had Imovane prescribed to me too, make me sleep fine but it gives me a horrid metallic taste in my mouth for 3 days. Makes water taste like battery acid, so I'd rather just be tired.
Temazepam are a very mild benzo sleeper, never heard the link to epilesy treatment
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 06, 2010, 04:46:22 PM
i support this club more than many of u , and ben cuz

im not saying anyting more and havent really said anything u r assuming many things

but dont u go questioning how much i support this club and and ben
u have no idea
 
We have enough innuendo from the media, opposition supporters. We don't need our so-called own doing the same. Until you have facts, STFU!

u stfu

i never rubbish the club or ben

but ben has only himself to blame, its time he took ownership of his issues rather than hiding it

he is the one who spent the night in hospital in a serious condition , not me not u, i support him 100% but this is not good

i just accept ben for what he is , an addict , not recovering, once an addict always an addict, just like with alcohol


so wtf would a doc give an addict sleeping pills is the real question
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Infamy on July 06, 2010, 04:47:57 PM
so wtf would a doc give an addict sleeping pills is the real question

So anyone who's ever taken drugs can never use medication again?
Get a grip
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: 2JD on July 06, 2010, 04:48:44 PM
the inuendo on this thread is scurrilous and the proponents of them should be banned and posts deleted

nothing has been said so what do u want banned

hmmm someone needs to look up the word "innuendo"

i totally agree blaisee, bad enough having to listen to media vultures, shouldnt have the same vile gossip coming from inside the camp :banghead
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: WilliamPowell on July 06, 2010, 04:48:52 PM
nothing has been said so what do u want banned

actually there is something that's been posted a few posts back that I am having my legal eagle look at as I type

Depending on their response something may need to be edited
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: WilliamPowell on July 06, 2010, 04:51:53 PM
 :banghead :banghead

Enough with sniping and name calling

You all know the rules - debate the issue but without the sniping and pathetic name calling

Stick to the topic  :banghead :banghead
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: FNM on July 06, 2010, 04:54:51 PM
Froars little helpers are called Imovane - quarter of a tablet does me fine  :thumbsup
Isn't Tamazapan an epileptic drug?

I've had Imovane prescribed to me too, make me sleep fine but it gives me a horrid metallic taste in my mouth for 3 days. Makes water taste like battery acid, so I'd rather just be tired.
Temazepam are a very mild benzo sleeper, never heard the link to epilesy treatment
Me too, but when you get up at 4am every day it's sometimes hard to get off to sleep when I'm supposed to, so sometimes have to take them
I must be mixing Temazepam with something similar. 
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Infamy on July 06, 2010, 05:06:53 PM
Froars little helpers are called Imovane - quarter of a tablet does me fine  :thumbsup
Isn't Tamazapan an epileptic drug?

I've had Imovane prescribed to me too, make me sleep fine but it gives me a horrid metallic taste in my mouth for 3 days. Makes water taste like battery acid, so I'd rather just be tired.
Temazepam are a very mild benzo sleeper, never heard the link to epilesy treatment
Me too, but when you get up at 4am every day it's sometimes hard to get off to sleep when I'm supposed to, so sometimes have to take them
I must be mixing Temazepam with something similar. 
I'd go to the docs and get them to try something else, there's about 20 different varieties so one will work, just requires you being a guinea pig for a while while you try the samples. The metallic taste issue only affects about 10-20% of people apparently.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Go Richo 12 on July 06, 2010, 05:07:23 PM
i know many drug addicts that are recovering, they stay away from panadol as much as sleeping pills

addicts are addicts , should not be taking any form of drug

archer spoke on radio today and even he became addicted to sleeping pills

why prescribe sleeping pills to an addict , some docs have no effing idea

Mate you could not be further from the truth! Recovering addicts of both illicit substances and alcohol often need prescription medication to ease the effects of withdrawl! Valium is one such drug! Ever heard of methodone?
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: FNM on July 06, 2010, 05:15:17 PM
Froars little helpers are called Imovane - quarter of a tablet does me fine  :thumbsup
Isn't Tamazapan an epileptic drug?

I've had Imovane prescribed to me too, make me sleep fine but it gives me a horrid metallic taste in my mouth for 3 days. Makes water taste like battery acid, so I'd rather just be tired.
Temazepam are a very mild benzo sleeper, never heard the link to epilesy treatment
Me too, but when you get up at 4am every day it's sometimes hard to get off to sleep when I'm supposed to, so sometimes have to take them
I must be mixing Temazepam with something similar. 
I'd go to the docs and get them to try something else, there's about 20 different varieties so one will work, just requires you being a guinea pig for a while while you try the samples. The metallic taste issue only affects about 10-20% of people apparently.
I only take them occasionally, only when I'm totally stuffed, which is a lot lately, and then only a quarter to half a tab depending on how long I want to sleep. I'll see if i can get some different ones and see how they go with the taste  :thumbsup
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Go Richo 12 on July 06, 2010, 05:18:33 PM
My sleeping tablets come in 375 ml bottles!
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerLand on July 06, 2010, 05:28:10 PM
there is alot more to this , the truth may never come out
 ;) ;) :shh
lmao@our conspiracy theorists again
if the drug tests prove he's clean, WGAF!

its not a conspiracy but sometimes the truth gets hidden , does anyone really know what the blood test results really were
the truth is the truth, whether it comes out or not is a different story, this is a very delicate situation

and this has nothing to do with jackstar

lets just say that sleeping tablets are not alway used to help one sleep



100% incorrect. 150% nothing will come of this.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: cub on July 06, 2010, 05:33:20 PM
the inuendo on this thread is scurrilous and the proponents of them should be banned and posts deleted
Agree - Slander from mindless morons is not welcome or required.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 06, 2010, 05:38:17 PM
Ch 10 news said "Richmond insiders" are saying Cuz is a 50/50 chance to play this week and some are expecting him to train at Thursday's main training session for the week.


Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: FNM on July 06, 2010, 05:38:55 PM
Ben has a drug problem, he says he'll have it for the rest of his life
But for crying out loud, he's done every drug test - three times a week sometimes = and deserves the benefit of any doubt
And you're dealing with someone who really wants to come out the other end and lead a normal life, and we should be encouraging him, not giving him any cause to want to go back on them. Would you do it to your own kids? Maybe you would if you could big note yourselves  ::)
I think sometimes ppl want to see him fail, so they come up with crap, can't shut their mouths and do a lot of damage to an individual
We bag the media, but when some of your own do this, you're no better IMO
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Go Richo 12 on July 06, 2010, 05:48:22 PM
Ben has a drug problem, he says he'll have it for the rest of his life
But for crying out loud, he's done every drug test - three times a week sometimes = and deserves the benefit of any doubt
And you're dealing with someone who really wants to come out the other end and lead a normal life, and we should be encouraging him, not giving him any cause to want to go back on them. Would you do it to your own kids? Maybe you would if you could big note yourselves  ::)
I think sometimes ppl want to see him fail, so they come up with crap, can't shut their mouths and do a lot of damage to an individual
We bag the media, but when some of your own do this, you're no better IMO

Considering the tour de france has started, this reminds me of the lance armstrong witch hunts!
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerLand on July 06, 2010, 05:52:09 PM
i support this club more than many of u , and ben cuz

im not saying anyting more and havent really said anything u r assuming many things

but dont u go questioning how much i support this club and and ben
u have no idea
 
We have enough innuendo from the media, opposition supporters. We don't need our so-called own doing the same. Until you have facts, STFU!

u stfu

i never rubbish the club or ben

but ben has only himself to blame, its time he took ownership of his issues rather than hiding it

he is the one who spent the night in hospital in a serious condition , not me not u, i support him 100% but this is not good

i just accept ben for what he is , an addict , not recovering, once an addict always an addict, just like with alcohol


so wtf would a doc give an addict sleeping pills is the real question

This has endless arguments of how horrible uneducated this post is.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 06, 2010, 06:24:49 PM
nothing has been said so what do u want banned

actually there is something that's been posted a few posts back that I am having my legal eagle look at as I type

Depending on their response something may need to be edited

if u think i have said something out of line just delete it , im not trying to get anyone in deep poo, nor myself!

the truth about what has occured may never come out , i just hope ben keeps getting all th esupport he needs and isnt sacked over this

and about sleeping pills? why prescribe them to an addict?

some of u have said to help him sleep ffs , that is a lame excuse

sleeping pills are and addictive drug, so prescribing them to an addict is ridiculous

its like giving a paedophile a different child to be a play mate ffs
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 06, 2010, 06:37:33 PM
Ben first story on all the newses tonight.

The media is upset Ben didn't talk to them today. Ch 7 said "he's gone into hiding" and questioning his health because he avoided them  ::). Ch 10 said he's staying at a club official's house (while showing Benny Gale). I'm sure the journos would love everyone to know where they live because the media told the public where their house was  ::).

Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: tony_montana on July 06, 2010, 06:38:28 PM
good to see there was nothing sinister involved and was in fact just an adverse reaction to the sleeping pill. Now i would like that hag caroline wilson to apologise for once again last night mentioning the drinking being involved, that bitch just won't let it go.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerLand on July 06, 2010, 06:44:39 PM
nothing has been said so what do u want banned

actually there is something that's been posted a few posts back that I am having my legal eagle look at as I type

Depending on their response something may need to be edited

if u think i have said something out of line just delete it , im not trying to get anyone in deep poo, nor myself!

the truth about what has occured may never come out , i just hope ben keeps getting all th esupport he needs and isnt sacked over this

and about sleeping pills? why prescribe them to an addict?

some of u have said to help him sleep ffs , that is a lame excuse

sleeping pills are and addictive drug, so prescribing them to an addict is ridiculous

its like giving a paedophile a different child to be a play mate ffs

X before your next post please understand that Cousins was not prescribed any sleeping tablet by the club.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 06, 2010, 06:54:46 PM
Caro on 3aw just now.....

* This is what happens when you pick up a high maintanence, reformed drug addict.

* This hasn't helped his chance of going on next year.

* I don't think you end up in hospital taking one sleeping tablet

* She stands by initially not wanting Richmond to pick Cousins up.

* Caro said his girlfriend told the club Ben had 3 glasses of wine.

Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Go Richo 12 on July 06, 2010, 06:59:10 PM
nothing has been said so what do u want banned

actually there is something that's been posted a few posts back that I am having my legal eagle look at as I type

Depending on their response something may need to be edited

if u think i have said something out of line just delete it , im not trying to get anyone in deep poo, nor myself!

the truth about what has occured may never come out , i just hope ben keeps getting all th esupport he needs and isnt sacked over this

and about sleeping pills? why prescribe them to an addict?

some of u have said to help him sleep ffs , that is a lame excuse

sleeping pills are and addictive drug, so prescribing them to an addict is ridiculous

its like giving a paedophile a different child to be a play mate ffs
If you dont wish to get  Cuz or yourself in deep poo then why use the paedaphile analogy? Its a bit sensationalists isn't it?
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: tony_montana on July 06, 2010, 07:01:02 PM
Caro on 3aw just now.....

* This is what happens when you pick up a high maintanence, reformed drug addict.

* This hasn't helped his chance of going on next year.

* I don't think you end up in hospital taking one sleeping tablet

* She stands by initially not wanting Richmond to pick Cousins up.

* Caro said his girlfriend told the club Ben had 3 glasses of wine.



according to her rubbish sources..

why is this bitch still allowed to get away with saying she doesnt buy it when toxicology tests show there WAS NO ALCOHOL in his system. These parasites spew rubbish every week and never ever apologise for stories proven to be false. They should be made accountable ffs I am so over it.
Title: Cousins demands AFL drug test
Post by: one-eyed on July 06, 2010, 07:06:52 PM
You know a story is big when it makes the Nambucca Guardian News in northern NSW  ;D


Cousins demands AFL drug test
SCOTT SPITS AND ROBYN GRACE
06 Jul, 2010 05:28 PM


Richmond football star Ben Cousins has been discharged from hospital after a visit from the club's doctor.

Ben Cousins's AFL playing future remains uncertain after the Richmond on-baller was discharged from hospital today after a severe reaction to a prescribed sleeping tablet.

And the Tigers say the 32-year-old is demanding a drug test from the AFL to show that illicit drugs were not involved in his hospital emergency yesterday.

Richmond released a statement this afternoon confirming that tests showed his condition was the result of an adverse reaction to prescription medication.

"Ben's condition improved significantly overnight and medical staff at the Epworth (hospital) saw fit to release him from hospital this afternoon," Richmond general manager of football Craig Cameron said today.

"The most important thing over the past 24 hours has been Ben's health and the club is pleased he is expected to make a full recovery. No decision has been made on his immediate playing future."

Toxicology tests for Cousins have reportedly given the AFL star the all-clear for consuming any alcohol in the aftermath of Richmond's stirring victory over the Sydney Swans at the MCG on Sunday.

Radio 3AW reported this afternoon results of Cousins' toxicology tests revealed the Tigers star had no alcohol in his blood system when he was rushed to hospital.

"Players are continually counselled on the correct use of prescribed medication and the club will continue to be vigilant to ensure players are well informed," Cameron said.

"Beyond this, Ben has requested he also be drug tested by the AFL to prove beyond doubt that illicit drugs were not involved."

3AW’s Sports Today host Gerard Healy said this afternoon Cousins had been "off the grog for a month".

An Epworth Hospital spokeswoman confirmed at midday the Richmond player had left the hospital and was not expected to speak to media, as had been rumoured.

Earlier, the hospital spokeswoman said the Richmond player was free to leave and he had told staff he wanted to go home.

Cousins was no longer being sedated, his condition was stable and he had spent a comfortable night in hospital, the spokeswoman said.

Cousins was taken to hospital yesterday morning and admitted to intensive care after he could not be roused.

His girlfriend contacted his AFL club Richmond when she could not wake the 32-year-old and, after he was examined by Richmond’s doctor, he was taken to the Epworth Hospital by ambulance.

Cousins is a recovering drug addict but Richmond has ruled out the latest incident as being related to his past.

http://www.nambuccaguardian.com.au/news/national/national/sport/cousins-demands-afl-drug-test/1877905.aspx
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Ox on July 06, 2010, 07:15:11 PM
recovering drug addict has made a lot of money for the afl and the media
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Go Richo 12 on July 06, 2010, 07:29:11 PM
recovering drug addict has made a lot of money for the afl and the media
And RFC!
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Tigermonk on July 06, 2010, 07:54:36 PM
Can you clowns actually read?

Quote
The sleeping pill has not been confirmed being prescribed you can buy sleeping tablets over the counter at a super market.

Now while we know he's taken Temazepam before, there are also reports he's changed his prescription to a new type of sleeper. This has nothing to do with buying sleeping tablets at the supermarket, but nowhere did Popelord say you could by prescription medication at Safeway.

You may as well sell Temazepam at Safeway though, it's useless stuff, get to sleep better using tic tacs.

Thank you Infamy, you've restored my faith in this forum.

Here you go Monk:
Buy Valium Online Without Prescription - Lowest Prices Guaranteed
www.longfellowtraining.com/ - Cached

You can buy herbal sleeping tablets in "Milk Bars" and even Shell Petrol Stations.

For all we know thats what he took.

Hence do your research and don't pay out on our medical staff when Cousins could have bought it at Coles.

there is something clearly wrong with you.
you will clutch for anything to try getting out of something stupid you have said  :rollin
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: 3rogerd on July 06, 2010, 08:02:18 PM
good to see there was nothing sinister involved and was in fact just an adverse reaction to the sleeping pill. Now i would like that hag caroline wilson to apologise for once again last night mentioning the drinking being involved, that bitch just won't let it go.

she needs to be sorted out, quick smart.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Tigermonk on July 06, 2010, 08:03:13 PM
Froars little helpers are called Imovane - quarter of a tablet does me fine  :thumbsup
Isn't Tamazapan an epileptic drug?

I've had Imovane prescribed to me too, make me sleep fine but it gives me a horrid metallic taste in my mouth for 3 days. Makes water taste like battery acid, so I'd rather just be tired.
Temazepam are a very mild benzo sleeper, never heard the link to epilesy treatment
Me too, but when you get up at 4am every day it's sometimes hard to get off to sleep when I'm supposed to, so sometimes have to take them
I must be mixing Temazepam with something similar. 

FNM the drug your thinking of maybe Tegretol   ;D
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Tigermonk on July 06, 2010, 08:08:12 PM
good to see there was nothing sinister involved and was in fact just an adverse reaction to the sleeping pill. Now i would like that hag caroline wilson to apologise for once again last night mentioning the drinking being involved, that bitch just won't let it go.

Note;  l dont read or watch anything she is on ::)
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerLand on July 06, 2010, 09:16:16 PM
Can you clowns actually read?

Quote
The sleeping pill has not been confirmed being prescribed you can buy sleeping tablets over the counter at a super market.

Now while we know he's taken Temazepam before, there are also reports he's changed his prescription to a new type of sleeper. This has nothing to do with buying sleeping tablets at the supermarket, but nowhere did Popelord say you could by prescription medication at Safeway.

You may as well sell Temazepam at Safeway though, it's useless stuff, get to sleep better using tic tacs.

Thank you Infamy, you've restored my faith in this forum.

Here you go Monk:
Buy Valium Online Without Prescription - Lowest Prices Guaranteed
www.longfellowtraining.com/ - Cached

You can buy herbal sleeping tablets in "Milk Bars" and even Shell Petrol Stations.

For all we know thats what he took.

Hence do your research and don't pay out on our medical staff when Cousins could have bought it at Coles.

there is something clearly wrong with you.
you will clutch for anything to try getting out of something stupid you have said  :rollin


... Yeah.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: mightytiges on July 06, 2010, 09:32:57 PM
It'd be hilarious if Cuz plays this week. Lazarus rises from the dead the way some in the media have carried on  :yep.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Smokey on July 06, 2010, 09:34:24 PM

....... an addict , not recovering, once an addict always an addict, just like with alcohol


Without a doubt the most disgraceful, ignorant, uninformed post I have ever read.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: WilliamPowell on July 06, 2010, 09:37:34 PM
It'd be hilarious is Cuz plays this week. Lazarus rises from the dead the way some in the media have carried on  :yep.

For a non-religious person I actually thought of another name for him; along the same lines  ;D
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: FNM on July 06, 2010, 09:54:47 PM
Froars little helpers are called Imovane - quarter of a tablet does me fine  :thumbsup
Isn't Tamazapan an epileptic drug?

I've had Imovane prescribed to me too, make me sleep fine but it gives me a horrid metallic taste in my mouth for 3 days. Makes water taste like battery acid, so I'd rather just be tired.
Temazepam are a very mild benzo sleeper, never heard the link to epilesy treatment
Me too, but when you get up at 4am every day it's sometimes hard to get off to sleep when I'm supposed to, so sometimes have to take them
I must be mixing Temazepam with something similar. 

FNM the drug your thinking of maybe Tegretol   ;D
Yep
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 06, 2010, 10:34:53 PM

....... an addict , not recovering, once an addict always an addict, just like with alcohol


Without a doubt the most disgraceful, ignorant, uninformed post I have ever read.


really give a glass of alcohol to a recovering alco, see what happens


Edit: namecalling removed
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Go Richo 12 on July 06, 2010, 10:40:22 PM

....... an addict , not recovering, once an addict always an addict, just like with alcohol


Without a doubt the most disgraceful, ignorant, uninformed post I have ever read.


really give a glass of alcohol to a recovering alco, see what happens
Classy comeback, x!


Edit: quote edited
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Smokey on July 06, 2010, 10:53:19 PM

really give a glass of alcohol to a recovering alco, see what happens

What does happen?
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Infamy on July 06, 2010, 11:09:54 PM
the truth about what has occured may never come out , i just hope ben keeps getting all th esupport he needs and isnt sacked over this

The truth or just another bullsh!t rumour? I know what I'd put my money on.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 07, 2010, 12:12:25 AM
the truth about what has occured may never come out , i just hope ben keeps getting all th esupport he needs and isnt sacked over this

The truth or just another bullsh!t rumour? I know what I'd put my money on.

as if the truth will ever come out , wake up

i hope ben plays this week and is bog,  but my guess is he wont play
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerLand on July 07, 2010, 12:17:08 AM

....... an addict , not recovering, once an addict always an addict, just like with alcohol


Without a doubt the most disgraceful, ignorant, uninformed post I have ever read.


really give a glass of alcohol to a recovering alco, see what happens


Edit: namecalling removed

X the term addict means "cannot live without" and "in need" of what ever substance or material one is addicted too.

The moment you cease needing it you stop being an addict. Its pretty straight forward common sense.

So if your a recovering drug addict, alcoholic or whatever, once you stop having the need for it you stop being an addict for it.

Just like any smoker that's kicked the habit. Many past smokers now find smoking repulsive. Thus being a recovered cigarette addict.

Thus meaning the "addict is always and addict" comment being unquestionably utter and complete bullsh!t, lizards pi$$.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerLand on July 07, 2010, 12:18:18 AM
the truth about what has occured may never come out , i just hope ben keeps getting all th esupport he needs and isnt sacked over this

The truth or just another bullsh!t rumour? I know what I'd put my money on.

as if the truth will ever come out , wake up

i hope ben plays this week and is bog,  but my guess is he wont play

Lol its pretty obvious X you've made this up.

"As if the truth will come out" lol.... Thats some good back peddling.

Let's move on storm in a tea cup.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 07, 2010, 09:28:03 AM
the truth about what has occured may never come out , i just hope ben keeps getting all th esupport he needs and isnt sacked over this

The truth or just another bullsh!t rumour? I know what I'd put my money on.

as if the truth will ever come out , wake up

i hope ben plays this week and is bog,  but my guess is he wont play

Lol its pretty obvious X you've made this up.

"As if the truth will come out" lol.... Thats some good back peddling.

Let's move on storm in a tea cup.



what have i made up?

the truth the whole truth may never come out, whether its good news or bad news

and nor it should, its no ones business

tool
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: 1965 on July 07, 2010, 10:19:32 AM
the truth about what has occured may never come out , i just hope ben keeps getting all th esupport he needs and isnt sacked over this

The truth or just another bullsh!t rumour? I know what I'd put my money on.

as if the truth will ever come out , wake up

i hope ben plays this week and is bog,  but my guess is he wont play

Lol its pretty obvious X you've made this up.

"As if the truth will come out" lol.... Thats some good back peddling.

Let's move on storm in a tea cup.



what have i made up?

the truth the whole truth may never come out, whether its good news or bad news

and nor it should, its no ones business

tool


Why bring it up then if not to just bignote yourself.

 :wallywink
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerLand on July 07, 2010, 11:13:11 AM
You've embarrassed yourself X who cares mate.

Storm in a tea cup.

With Cousins reading no alcohol in his blood in hospital and him wanting to be tested for drugs by the AFL doctors he's clean as a window.

This beating around the bush of some magical story you claim to be behind the scenes is just childish.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 07, 2010, 11:35:18 AM
You've embarrassed yourself X who cares mate.

Storm in a tea cup.

With Cousins reading no alcohol in his blood in hospital and him wanting to be tested for drugs by the AFL doctors he's clean as a window.

This beating around the bush of some magical story you claim to be behind the scenes is just childish.


really he o.d on sleeping pills ffs

how does a man of his age and experience over dose on a prescribed drug, he said he made an error in judgement in the dosage

ffs wake up

i love ben, but poo , im sure its easy to read on the box how many pills to take

he chose to take more????!!!!!???????


why bec sleeping pills are addictive  and he is a "rerformed addict"

work it out urself
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 07, 2010, 11:39:47 AM
You've embarrassed yourself X who cares mate.

Storm in a tea cup.

With Cousins reading no alcohol in his blood in hospital and him wanting to be tested for drugs by the AFL doctors he's clean as a window.

This beating around the bush of some magical story you claim to be behind the scenes is just childish.


u r the embarrassment and naive

i just hope the club keep supporting ben, but imo from hearing his presser they have told him this is it no more next yr

u obv have no experience with addicts and u r all trying to make me seem the fool

idiots

facts r u do not prescribe addictive medications to addicts, full stop



Edit: namecalling removed
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Infamy on July 07, 2010, 12:01:25 PM
really he o.d on sleeping pills ffs

how does a man of his age and experience over dose on a prescribed drug, he said he made an error in judgement in the dosage

ffs wake up

i love ben, but poo , im sure its easy to read on the box how many pills to take

he chose to take more????!!!!!???????

why bec sleeping pills are addictive  and he is a "rerformed addict"

work it out urself knob

Actually it's quite easy to get the dosage wrong for two reasons.

1) He was on a new medication, so the dosage is different

2) With many sleepers, its quite common for you to be in a sedated state but not asleep. So in your drowsy state you have another tablet, but have no recollection of doing it. Best practice is to put the jar or box of tablets away from your bed so you can't just reach over and have another one.


Edit: quote edited
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Go Richo 12 on July 07, 2010, 12:30:32 PM
You've embarrassed yourself X who cares mate.

Storm in a tea cup.

With Cousins reading no alcohol in his blood in hospital and him wanting to be tested for drugs by the AFL doctors he's clean as a window.

This beating around the bush of some magical story you claim to be behind the scenes is just childish.


u r the embarrassment and naive

i just hope the club keep supporting ben, but imo from hearing his presser they have told him this is it no more next yr

u obv have no experience with addicts and u r all trying to make me seem the fool

idiots

facts r u do not prescribe addictive medications to addicts, full stop


X, you are wrong! It is obvious you have no experience with addicts! Or the addicts you know are lying to you! Addicts are often prescribed medication to help them deal with the symptoms of withdrawl! The body and brain go through hell in withdrawl, ranging from cold sweats, trembling and even seizures! Medications are prescribed to counter these effects! Often addicts have an underlying condition, aka co morbidity, that requires meds. This could be depression, bi-polar, schizoprenia etc. These conditions often  require meds and counselling! Depression is often accomanied by insomnia and therefore seditives could be prescribed as good sleep is essential for recovery.To not prescribe medications to an recovering addict is to set them up to relapse!


Edit: quote edited
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerTimeII on July 07, 2010, 01:07:31 PM
 :banghead :banghead :banghead

whatever
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: TigerLand on July 07, 2010, 01:21:06 PM
Its common sense medication mixed with alcohol doubles or triples effects of the medication

So 1-2 glasses of wine before bed would have lengthened and strengthen the sleeping tablets he took. Hence being hard to wake and woke in a drowsy sedated state.

So technically his sleeping pill went from a 6-7 hours sleep to 8-12. Trying waking someone up thats in a middle of a sleep on a sleep tablet and they are always going to be hard to wake.

To suggest there is more to the story is just stupidly incriminating and from a Richmond and Cousins supporter is just plain dumb.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: Smokey on July 07, 2010, 01:35:44 PM

u obv have no experience with addicts


And neither do you going by your earlier blast of utter stupidity and ignorance.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 07, 2010, 01:47:43 PM
It's fine to disagree but leave out the namecalling :scream
Title: Richmond star Ben Cousins swears off sleeping pills (Herald-Sun)
Post by: one-eyed on July 07, 2010, 02:00:09 PM
Richmond star Ben Cousins swears off sleeping pills

  * Al Paton
  * Herald Sun
  * July 07, 2010 11:27AM


BEN Cousins says he won't take sleeping pills again after a mistaken dose sparked a medical scare and a night in hospital.

Cousins spoke this morning for the first time since he was taken to hospital in an ambulance when his girlfriend could not wake him on Monday morning.

Cousins returned to Punt Rd and will train with Richmond tomorrow in a bid to play against Fremantle on Saturday night.

The star midfielder said he had mistaken the dose of prescribed sleeping tablets after the Tigers' thrilling win against Sydney last Sunday.

He would not disclose the medication, saying that was between him and his doctor, but stressed it was all "above board" and "not illegal".

"I got the dosage wrong and had an adverse effect from the medication,'' Cousins said.

"I found myself in a bit of strife and I guess it's probably a lesson for everybody, it's not just the medication that you're taking, but in particular how much of it.

"It's been a big wake-up call for me, so I was in a bit of a bad way a couple of days ago.''

Asked if he would take the pills again, Cousins said no, adding "once bitten, twice shy".

But Cousins said he didn't have a problem with players using caffeine before games.

Cousins said he had asked for an AFL drug test to clear his name because there was always "speculation and innuendo" about him because of his drug history.

He said he did not remember much of the drama that surrounded him early this week.

"I don't remember much of it, to be honest, I was asleep for much of it," he said.

"It was probably more scary for the people around me.

"I was in a fair bit of strife ... in a bit of a bad way a couple of days ago."

Cousins trained briefly and alone on Wednesday, completing a short running session and some kicking and marking with assistant coach Wayne Campbell and fitness staff member Adam Douglas.

"I've been able to tick the legs over today, I feel pretty fresh and with full training tomorrow, I'll do everything I can to convince the match committee to pick me this week against Freo,'' he said.

Asked about his career beyond this season, Cousins said he was indebted to Richmond and would push for another contract to play on next year.

"I've had a great time at Richmond," he said.

"If it ends now I'll be disappointed but I'll walk away a happy person."

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/richmond-star-ben-cousins-swears-off-sleeping-pills/story-e6frf9jf-1225888887644
Title: Ben Cousins agrees with AFL claim that legal drug abuse is exaggerated (H-Sun)
Post by: one-eyed on July 07, 2010, 02:17:36 PM
Ben Cousins agrees with AFL claim that legal drug abuse is exaggerated

  * Wes Hosking, Jon Ralph 
  * Herald Sun
  * July 07, 2010


UPDATE 12.15pm:

BEN Cousins has backed the AFL's insistence that legal drug abuse is not rampant in the game.

Speaking at Punt Rd oval this morning after the medical scare that resulted in him spending a night in an intensive care ward, Cousins said he had "been in a bit of a bad way a couple of days ago, but was now "feeling pretty fresh".

Cousins was rushed to hospital on Monday after the bungled use of super-strength sleeping tablets but was discharged yesterday.

Audio: Click here to hear what Ben Cousins had to say

When asked today whether the use of legal stimulants and downers was rampant in the game, Cousins said he had not seen them taken excessively.

"I don’t think it’s abused," he said. "I just think with stuff like that it’s important to consult your club doctor.

"It’s certainly not an illegal substance. A cup of coffee does virtually the same thing. I don’t see it a problem. I haven’t seen it abused."

He added that excessive use of caffeine would likely have an adverse effect on a player's performance.

Cousins said he had only scant memories of Monday's incident, which resulted in him being admitted to hospital as a result of what he said was taking too much of a prescribed medication.

"I got the dosage wrong and had an adverse effect from the medication,'' he said.

"I found myself in a bit of strife and I guess it's probably a lesson for everybody, it's not just the medication that you're taking, but in particular how much of it.

"It's been a big wake-up call for me, so I was in a bit of a bad way a couple of days ago.''

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/ben-cousins-confused-by-strong-pills/story-e6frf9io-1225888709048
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: eliminator on July 07, 2010, 03:05:17 PM
Hope he can play this week.
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 07, 2010, 04:15:55 PM
Here's the vision of the media conference with Cuz this morning for those that missed it....

http://www.3aw.com.au/blogs/3aw-football-blog/ben-cousins-press-conference/20100707-zzq8.html (http://www.3aw.com.au/blogs/3aw-football-blog/ben-cousins-press-conference/20100707-zzq8.html)
Title: Re: Cus rushed to hospital and now in Intensive Care for observation [update]
Post by: one-eyed on July 07, 2010, 05:33:03 PM
(http://images.theage.com.au/2010/07/07/1679250/420-cousins-coffee-420x0.jpg)

Cuz - "Don't panic guys, it's decaf"  ;D
Title: Cousins admits taking double dose of sleeping pills (SMH)
Post by: one-eyed on July 08, 2010, 12:57:22 PM
Cousins admits taking double dose of sleeping pills
MEGAN LEVY
July 8, 2010 - 11:40AM



Ben Cousins says he took about double the recommended dosage of tablets to help him sleep before he was rushed to hospital unconscious on Monday morning suffering from a severe reaction.

The Richmond veteran today revealed he had been taking sleeping tablets for much of his career, but on this occasion had switched to a new type of prescribed tablet and got the dosage wrong.

His comments came as the Tigers ruled the 32-year-old out of Richmond's side to meet Fremantle at Etihad Stadium on Saturday night.

Tigers coach Damien Hardwick said the Brownlow Medallist was desperate to play, but he would have to wait at least until the following week's match against North Melbourne.

When Cousins was asked on Radio Nova today if he had taken double the recommended dosage of sleeping tablets, he replied: “Yeah, along those lines.”

He declined to identify what type of tablets they were, other than to say it was "not your typical sleeping tablet".

Cousins took the tablets about 2am on Monday morning, after the Tigers' thrilling come-from-behind win against the Sydney Swans on Sunday afternoon.

He said the team was "stoked" after the win and, despite having a six-day break, he headed home afterwards to recover.

"So I went home, my missus cooked me a feed, I sat on the couch and rang the world so I could try to get to sleep," he said, adding that he did not drink any alcohol.

"I was just watching the Tour de France and whatever was on TV and then when it was time to I thought 'Uh, oh, I've had enough now, I have to get some sleep'."

After taking the tablets he fell asleep on the lounge and did not remember anything until Tuesday morning, when he woke in Epworth Hospital's intensive care unit.

His experience should serve as a warning to others about the dangers of taking sleeping tablets incorrectly, he said.

"You saw what happened to Heath Ledger, and you know that's sort of a well-known person ... but it happens all the time in the community," he said.

"If you're going to go over, that's more than likely the way it will happen."

http://www.smh.com.au/afl/afl-news/cousins-admits-taking-double-dose-of-sleeping-pills-20100708-101dc.html