Prescription drug misuse or abuse is the use of a medicine in a way not intended by the doctor that prescribed the medication. Prescription drug misuse is common in children aged 12 and above. These children may get addicted to painkillers, sedatives, or stimulants. These can have significant and far-reaching effects on childhood medical costs, […]

After you receive a new prescription, the first thing you should do is check the label to make sure you are taking the medicine as intended. Prescription labels contain a lot of useful information. Depending on what pharmacy you use, the label may look slightly different, but most prescription labels list the same information. Use […]

Naloxone is a medication that can be used to reverse an opioid overdose. It works by attaching to opioid receptors to block the effects of opioids like heroin, fentanyl, oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine and morphine. Naloxone can be lifesaving if administered at the first signs of an overdose. Once administered, it can restore breathing within 2-5 […]

Community-based approaches to prevent drug relapse are essential for supporting individuals in recovery and promoting long-term success. These approaches use community resources and social support to create spaces that discourage drug use and encourage healthy behaviors. Here are some effective community-based ideas: Start Peer Support Groups Facilitate local recovery support groups where individuals can share […]

Performance Enhancing Drugs (PEDs) are drugs that can alter the human body and the way it functions. Many of these drugs, when taken in the correct dosage and used with a doctor’s supervision, can be used to treat medical disorders. However, misuse of PEDs can cause long lasting and irreversible damage. PEDs are often misused […]

Over-the-counter (OTC) pain relief drugs are often used to treat cold and flu symptoms, headaches, muscle aches, menstrual cramps and back pain. OTC medications can be bought without a prescription, but you may still want to consult a health care professional before you use them if you have underlying health conditions. It is important to […]

Food medication interactions occur when the food you eat interferes with the way your medication is supposed to work. Some interactions can have a harmful effect by changing how the medicines work or worsening its side effects. Food Medication Interactions can Prevent a medication from working the way it should. Worsen or lessen a side […]

What is the Difference Between Drug Misuse and Drug Abuse? Although the terms drug misuse and abuse are sometimes used interchangeably, there are differences between the two. Misuse Misuse of a medication occurs when you take medication in a way other than how it was prescribed but are not looking to get “high”. Abuse Abuse […]

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