Prescription Drug
World Class Prescription Drug Abuse Treatment
Prescription drug abuse is a prevalent problem for individuals today and is becoming increasingly prevalent with teenagers and young adults. Prescription drugs most misused include opioid painkillers, anti-anxiety medicines, sedatives and stimulants. These can easily be abused from one’s own prescriptions or from a family member or housemate. Prescription drug abuse is the use of a prescription medicine in a way not intended by the prescriber. Prescription drug abuse can include using them orally, intravenously, smoking, or snorting. In many cases recreational prescription drug abuse escalates to an addiction in which individuals will seek illicit street drugs once their available supply is gone.
Signs and Symptoms
- Confusion and dizziness
- Poor coordination and unsteady walking
- Increased dose needed for pain relief
- Worsening or increased sensitivity to pain with higher doses
- Drowsiness and slurred speech
- Poor concentration and problems with memory
- Irregular heartbeat
- High blood pressure and high body temperature
- Reduced appetite
- Insomnia
- Agitation and anxiety
- Taking higher doses than prescribed
- Being hostile or having mood swings
- Being unusually energetic, high or revved up
- Requesting early refills or continually "losing" prescriptions, so more prescriptions must be written
Prescription Drug addiction is a serious condition that is treatable. Contact us at (610) 947-0800 to begin yours or a loved one’s journey to recovery. Our expert staff & best addiction treatment center in King of Prussia will help assess the severity and create a comprehensive treatment plan to begin your road to healing!
Sources
Mayo Clinic
The Provive Difference
PERSONALIZED CARE
Innovative treatment tailored to you. Our experts embrace the latest in evidence-based practices to help patients get results.
SUPPORTIVE STAFF
You’re not alone. Our staff understands the challenges of overcoming addiction and provides support at every step.
HOLISTIC APPROACH
Physical health is just one piece of the puzzle. We help patients achieve optimal wellness in mind, body, and spirit.
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