Do you know?
- Prescription opioid overdose rates are highest among people ages 25 to 54 years.
- 53% of the prescription opioid users got their last painkillers from a friend or relative, with 40.4% paying nothing for the pills.
- Men are more likely to die from a prescription opioid overdose, but the gap between men and women is decreasing.
- Heroin due to its cheaper price has become the drug of choice for many who are addicted to opioid pain relievers. Approx. 3 in 4 new heroin users misused prescription opioids prior to using heroin.
- The top three prescription drugs used by high school seniors in 2017 were: Adderall (5.5%), tranquilizers (4.7%) and prescription opioids (4.2%).
- Many teens believe that prescription drugs are much safer than illegal street drugs because they are prescribed by a doctor.
- In 2013, 50.5% of people who misused prescription painkillers got them from a friend or relative for free, and 22.1% got them from a doctor.
Signs of prescription drug addiction
Some of the signs of prescription drug abuse are:
- Stealing prescriptions or prescription pads from doctor to get more of the drug
- Changes in physical appearance
- Take more than the recommended amount of medication.
- Lack of interest in other treatments except for medications.
- Using prescription pills prescribed for others.
- Excessive mood swings
- Seeking prescriptions from multiple doctors
- If you notice any of these symptoms in your loved one, it’s time to do something about it.
If you notice any of these symptoms in your loved one, it’s time to do something about it.
Finding Help for Prescription Drug Abuse
If you’ve got addicted to any medication, consult with your doctor. Your doctor will help you with the withdrawal process. To avoid such a situation, make sure to take your medications as recommended by your doctor. Moreover, you can use free prescription discount cards to get your medications at discounted prices. These free Rx cards help pharmacists to keep track of your purchasing.
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