A Growing Problem…. We Will Discuss Prescription vs. OTC medications Alarming trends Myths about prescription drug abuse Specific medications of abuse.

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A Growing Problem…

We Will Discuss Prescription vs. OTC medications Alarming trends Myths about prescription drug abuse Specific medications of abuse What you can do!

Prescription vs. OTC Medications Prescription medications Require prescription from a licensed prescriber Cannot be dispensed by a pharmacist without a prescription Examples: high blood pressure medications, antibiotics and narcotic pain relievers

Prescription vs. OTC Medications Over-the-counter (OTC) medications Can be purchased without a prescription Relatively safe at recommended doses Can interact with some prescription medications

OTC Medications Examples:

Alarming Trends Between 6 and 7 million Americans have abused prescription medications in the past month. Everyday, approximately 2,700 kids between 12 and 17 abuse a prescription pain killer for the first time. Office of National Drug Control Policy

Alarming Trends 2009 National Survey on Drug Use and Health

Alarming Trends In a recent survey, 10% of 12 th graders reported using Vicodin without a prescription in the past year. Past year abuse of prescription pain killers now ranks second - only behind marijuana - as the Nation's most prevalent illegal drug problem. National Institute on Drug Abuse & Office of National Drug Control Policy

Alarming Trends

Myth MYTH: It is safer to abuse prescription drugs than illegal drugs 40% of teens consider prescription drugs to be much safer than street drugs Partnership for a Drug-Free America

Reality: They aren’t safer! In 2007, 856,000 emergency department visits were due to non-medical use of prescription or OTC medications Unintentional drug poisonings are now the second leading cause of accidental death in the US

Reality: They aren’t safer! Medications are often modified by drug abusers before use Amount of Drug in Body Time INJECTION TABLET PATCH

Myth MYTH: Prescription drugs are not addictive 3 out of 10 teens believe prescription pain relievers are not addictive, even if not prescribed by a doctor Partnership for a Drug-Free America

Reality: They are addictive! Admission to treatment centers for non-heroin opioid dependence has increased 600% in Wisconsin since 2000

Opioids Dextromethorphan Stimulants Benzodiazepines

Drugs of Abuse: Opioids What are Opioids? A class of narcotic pain killers such as: OxyContin® (oxycodone) Percocet ® (oxycodone and acetaminophen) Duragesic ® patch (fentanyl) Vicodin ® (hydrocodone and acetaminophen) Codeine Codeine cough syrup can be purchased from a pharmacist without a prescription

Drugs of Abuse: Opioids

Effects of opioids in healthy people Euphoria, slowed (or stopped) breathing, vomiting, confusion, sedation, unconsciousness, coma Opioids taken with other drugs can cause dangerous interactions Alcohol Depressants such as sleeping pills, antihistamines, benzodiazepines Some antidepressants

Stories of Abuse… Ryan is a 17 year old high school senior that got addicted to “Oxy” Christopher is a 19 year old that died as a result of an overdose NPR News:

Drugs of Abuse: Dextromethorphan What is Dextromethorphan? Cough medicine found in OTC cough and cold medications Coricidin Cough and Cold ® Cheracol Plus Cough Syrup ® Robitussin Cough ® And many, many more Often the ingredients in the syrups are just as dangerous in high quantities Acetaminophen – liver problems Ibuprofen or aspirin – stomach and bleeding problems Chlorpheniramine – vomiting, passing out And many, many more

Drugs of Abuse: Dextromethorphan

Effects of dextromethorphan at high doses Hallucinations, slowed breathing, excitement, vomiting Dextromethorphan taken with other drugs can cause dangerous interactions Antidepressant medications Opiates Depressants (including alcohol)

Dextromethorphan Abuse Dateline NBC: Jonathan, a student at Illinois State University, died of a dextromethorphan overdose at the age of 22

Drugs of Abuse: Stimulants What are stimulants? Typically prescribed for ADHD or narcolepsy Adderall ® (amphetamine/dextroamphetamine) Concerta ® (methylphenidate) Ritalin ® (methylphenidate) Used recreationally or as a study tool for students

Drugs of Abuse: Stimulants

Effects of stimulants in healthy people Visual changes, overstimulation, seizures, high blood pressure (which can lead to stroke, heart attack and death) Lack of sleep and weightloss Stimulants taken with other drugs can cause dangerous interactions Especially antidepressants

Drugs of Abuse: Benzodiazepines What are Benzodiazepines? Benzodiazepines are used to treat anxiety, insomnia, muscle spasms and seizures Valium ® (diazepam) Xanax ® (alprazolam) Klonopin ® (clonazepam) Rohypnol ® (flunitrazepam)

Drugs of Abuse: Benzodiazepines

Effects of benzodiazepines in healthy people Slowed breathing, muscle weakness, sedation, low blood pressure Benzodiazepines taken with other drugs can cause dangerous interactions Alcohol Other depressants

How Pharmacists Prevent Abuse Check prescriptions for signs of fraud Coordinate and communicate with doctors Monitor medication refills to prevent overuse Follow legal requirements designed to protect patients from overuse and abuse Provide patient education How medications should be used How to store medications How to dispose of medications

Most Teens Find Drugs at Home Preventing diversion from home/relatives Keep track of how much of each medicine you have at home Consider keeping medications in a locked location Properly dispose of unused medications

Be Aware Monitor for physical and behavioral changes in teens Communication is key Review online resources provided in your handout Be part of a community wide effort!

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