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- Common prescription drugs: Pain Relievers, Valium, Vicodin, OxyContin, Percocet, Darvon, Demerol
- Abuse of prescription drugs to get high has become increasingly prevalent with teens
- Three classes of prescription drugs: Opioids, Depressants, Stimulants
- Abuse of opioids/narcotics/pain relievers can cause life-threatening respiratory depression
- Stimulant abuse can cause high body temperature
- Individuals who abuse prescription drugs by injecting them expose themselves to contracting HIV
- Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor for more information on Prescription Drug Addiction.
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Prescription Drug Addiction is a physical and psychological dependence to prescription drugs. Prescription drugs can be abused or used for recreational purposes, which can alter brain activity and lead to addiction.
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Prescription Drug Addiction Questions
Americans are more addicted to prescription drugs than illegal drugs? Why? 3 AnswersPerhaps because prescription drugs are more socially acceptable, legal and tend to be the answer for a plethora of issues. Many people take prescription drugs ... read more
Which is worse a peaceful drug addict or a violent drug addict? Why? 4 AnswersA violent drug addict is worse, but a peaceful drug addict on Heroin when doing something like driving can fall asleep at the wheel, and kill somebody. read more
Would you take a drug to get longer, thicker eyelashes? 3 AnswersWhen considering any beauty product that could be considered medical. I consider risk (side effects) and cost.Based on the article you provided, the side effect... read more
Do you think some legal drugs should be illegal? Why or Why not? 3 AnswersTobacco comes to mind. This drug has killed millions of people and is the number 1 case of addictions in the world. In reality smoking is a choice, and well ... read more -
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