prescription drug abuse

Prevention of Prescription Drug Abuse


 

Prevention of Prescription Drug Abuse – Dr. Paulson, from Altru in Grand Forks, ND speaks to the Coalition for a Healthy Greater Grand Forks about the problem of prescription drug abuse and what Al…

 

Perscription Drug Addiction?

Question by Mark O: Perscription Drug Addiction?
How do you tell if someone has a prescription drug addiction? Is it similar to an illegal drug addiction? I have a loved one who I am very concerned about. They take prescription drugs for medical purposes. But they affect them the same way that illegal drugs affect others. They take 35 every day. They are a nurse. They can give a medical justification for every one of them. But the way they react at different times makes me wonder. Their emotions go up and down. They have the same reactions as a drug addict. Can someone give some advice on helping my loved one.

Does the Prescription Drug, Geodon, Have Any Affects if Abused?

Question by ChaseWorkman™: Does the prescription drug, Geodon, have any affects if abused?
My son is on Geodon to treat his bipolar and ive been finding pills missing. I think he’s either taking them or selling them. So i was wondering what the affects are if abused.
let me rephrase it, and i dont mean overdose. What are the affects so i can look and see if my son is abusing them.

Best answer:

Answer by Matth3w
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical treatment if you think you have used too much of this medicine. Overdose symptoms may include drowsiness, problems with speech, dizziness, feeling light-headed, fainting, fast or pounding heartbeat, or restless muscle movements in your eyes, tongue, jaw, or neck.

From Problem to Epidemic in a Decade: Prescription Drug Abuse Trends in Rural Appalachia


 

From Problem to Epidemic in a Decade: Prescription Drug Abuse Trends in Rural Appalachia – “From Problem to Epidemic in a Decade: Prescription Drug Abuse Trends in Rural Appalachia” Jennifer Havens, PhD, MPH Associate Professor, Behavioral Science …

 

Prescription Drug Abuse


 

Prescription Drug Abuse – It’s estimated 300000 Oklahomans are addicted to prescription drugs and the vast majority get them from a doctor or someone they know. A bill advancing thro…

 

Whitney Houston: Prescription Drug Abuse Among Celebrities


 

Whitney Houston: Prescription Drug Abuse among Celebrities – www.doctorpaul.org.