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Prescription drugs (Opioids (Morphine, Heroin (synthesised from Codeine or…
Prescription drugs
Opioids
Morphine
Heroin (synthesised from Codeine or morphine)
Codeine
Opioid agonists (methodone)
Fentanyl
Oxycodeone
Tramadol
Hydroxycodone
Sedative Hypnotics
Z-class drugs (Zolpidem tartrate)
Barbiturates (Pentothal- thiopental)
Benzodiazepines (Xanax and Valium- Alprazolam and diazepam)
Melatonin antagonists (Rozerem- Ramelteon)
Stimulants
Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
Amphetamines (Adderall)
Solutions
Deterring dependence via legislation
Switching to less-addictive medications
Harm reduction centres
Changing practice and attitues
Consequences
Social consequences
Disability
Public harm of illicit drug trade
Employment
Socioeconomics
Chemical damage to the young
Perpetuation of cycle
Gateway drugs- especially opiates lead to heroin
Indirect deaths
Road traffic accidents
Mixing with other drugs (esp. alcohol)
Comorbidities
HIV through needle sharing
HepB through needle sharing
Liver disease
Direct overdoses (acidoses, end organ damage)
Chronic end-organ damage
Acute overdoses