In 1938, the journal published an article warning against the use of amphetamines for dieting because its users were developing a compulsive desire to keep using it. To the extent that it addressed alcoholism, it mainly became another addiction, sometimes a stronger one. At the time, the Benzedrine Inhaler, manufactured and distributed by Smith, Kline & French (SKF), was available over the counter so that anyone could use it recreationally.