Commonly Abused Prescription Drugs
What are the brand, chemical and street names for commonly abused prescription drugs?
Opioids are some of the most commonly abused prescription drugs. Common brands:
- Oxycontin
- Percodan
- Percocet
- Darvon
- Vicodin
- Lortab
- Dilaudid
- Demerol
- Codeine
- Duragesic
Common chemical names of opioids:… Continue reading
Signs and Symptoms of Prescription Drug Abuse
Are you concerned that a family member may be abusing prescription drugs? Here are some of the signs and symptoms of prescription drug abuse.
Opioid Abuse
Opioids are commonly abused prescription drugs.
- These include:
- Oxycontin
- Vicodin
- Other painkillers
The signs… Continue reading
What Role Does the Physician Play in Prescription Drug Abuse?
Siobhan Morse, Executive Director of The National Institute for Holistic Addiction Studies discusses the role physicians play in prescription drug abuse.
What is prescription drug abuse?
Prescription drug abuse means using a controlled, mind-altering substance without a prescription from a… Continue reading
Prescription Drug Facts
Siobhan Morse, Executive Director of the National Institute for Holistic Addiction Studies discusses Prescription Drug Facts.
What are the common misconceptions about prescription drug abuse?
There is a reason that prescription drugs are intended to be taken under the… Continue reading