Addiction is rarely just about the substance; the importance of guided support, therapy, and understanding. As Singapore moves to regulate etomidate, Promises Healthcare continue to be proactive at the front, contributing and voicing our insights to the national conversation, with Dr Munidasa Winslow, Senior Consultant Psychiatrist, sharing his expert insights with CNA.
Dr Winslow highlights a crucial truth: recovery isn’t just about stopping the addiction. It’s about understanding the why – the emotional pain, stress, or trauma that led to it – and replacing harmful coping mechanisms with sustainable, healthier ones.
We are committed to stepping up our services to support recovery. From therapy to integrated support systems, we help individuals navigate addiction with compassion, structure, and evidence-based care.
Extract from CNA article titled ‘CNA Explains: Why Singapore wants to ban etomidate’
Editor: Erin Liam, Journalist at CNA Digital
Published Date: 21 Jul 2025 at 07:49PM
How can one overcome addiction to etomidate?
Dr Munidasa Winslow, a senior consultant psychiatrist at Promises Healthcare clinic, said that people who use etomidate should know that they can get help and recover.
“Substance use is rarely just about the drug. It is often tied to deeper emotional or psychological roots,” he said.
Users who find themselves wanting to seek help should start by talking to someone they trust. After that, they should speak to a qualified healthcare professional.
“Avoid the instinct to quit abruptly on your own,” he advised.
Etomidate is a potent sedative and its misuse can have unpredictable and potentially dangerous effects.
Depending on how often it is used, stopping suddenly might lead to withdrawal symptoms and may increase the risk of relapse.
Dr Winslow also said that recovery must be approached with a plan, for example, through therapy or a support group.
“What is more important is understanding why it became a crutch in the first place, and how to replace that with healthier, more sustainable ways to cope.”
🔗 Read the full CNA feature: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/etomidate-k-pods-vaping-cna-explains-5249546

