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Prescription Medication

Published on Dec 21, 2015

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PRESCRIPTION DRUGS

BY: SAMMIE K AND BROOKE M
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Many teens think prescription drugs are safe because they were prescribed by a doctor. But by taking them for non-medical use to get high or "self-medicate" can be just as dangerous and addictive as taking illegal street drugs.

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TYPES OF ABUSED PRESCRIPTION DRUGS

  • Depressants
  • Opioids and morphine derivatives
  • Stimulants
  • Antidepressants
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DEPRESSANTS

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DEPRESSANTS BRAND NAMES

  • Xanax
  • Valium
  • Halcion
  • Librium
  • Ativan
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CONTINUING

  • Klonopin
  • Amytal
  • Nembutal
  • Seconal
  • Phenobarbital
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SHORT-TERM EFFECTS

  • Slow brain function
  • Lowered blood pressure
  • Confusion
  • Dizziness
  • Fever
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LONG TERM EFFECTS

  • Coma or death
  • Produce depression
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Breathing difficulties
  • Sexual problems and sleep problems
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Sammie K