The prescription drugs that are commonly abused in the United States fall into several broad categories: opioids/narcotics/pain relievers, depressants, ...

45.8% of American adults used a prescription drug – legally or not – within the past 30 days. Healthcare specialists generally agree that a high rate of use and ...

30 янв. 2015 г. · 1 - Prescription Drugs are not necessarily safer than Illicit Drugs. Prescription drugs are often strong medications, which is why they require ...

Many Pill Users Start Young. Millions of individuals addicted to pills started as young as 12, and the national average for a first-time user is just 13 years ...

Abuse of opioids/narcotics/pain relievers can result in life-threatening respiratory depression (reduced breathing).

25 окт. 2022 г. · Prescription drugs can be especially dangerous — and even lead to death — when taken in high doses, when combined with other prescription drugs ...

Some people abuse prescription drugs because they think they will help them have more fun, lose weight, fit in, and even study more effectively.

Prescription medicines can be helpful in treating many illnesses. Stimulants are helpful in managing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and ...

When abused, some prescription drugs can be dangerous and can lead to severe health consequences, including addiction and overdose-just like illicit drugs can.

Two-thirds of U.S. adults take prescription drugs. Get updated prescription drug stats and learn more about drug prices and prescription drug abuse.