ARE YOU AT RISK FOR LEGAL TROUBLE RE PRESCRIPTION DRUGS?
On behalf of Craig E. Gibbs, Attorney at Law on Tuesday, May 29, 2018.
Perhaps you had always enjoyed your weekly pick-up games of basketball at a local gym before you suffered an injury that left you dealing with chronic pain. Getting together with friends after work, running off a bit of stress and getting some physical exercise helped you stay in shape and lead an active lifestyle. The day you twisted your back, you had an inkling that your future was about to change, but perhaps didn’t realize just how much.
There are many reasons Louisiana doctors prescribe drugs to treat patients. Relieving pain is one of them. When you first took a prescribed narcotic after your basketball injury, you may have felt significant relief, thus making you want to stick with that particular course of treatment. The problem is that many prescription drugs are highly addictive. Drug addiction can wreak havoc on your health and also lead to legal problems. The key to overcoming drug-related problems often lies in the type of support you access.
Commonly prescribed drugs that may lead to health or legal trouble
Anyone who has ever suffered a back injury understands how excruciating it can be. Recovery is often a long, arduous process and many people willingly swallow pills rather than continue to suffer pain. The prescription medications included in the following list are known for being addictive and also for being associated with drug-related criminal charges:
- Narcotics: Opioid drugs include codeine, fentanyl, morphine and oxycodone. The good thing is that these and other narcotic drugs can be tremendous assets toward pain relief. A major downside is that your brain appearance and function may alter through repeated use and you may be at risk for addiction.
- Stimulants: Amphetamines, such as Adderall can help counteract symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder or narcolepsy. Stimulants are known for their highly addictive properties. If you use Adderall or other stimulants outside your doctor’s supervision, it can have negative consequences.
- Depressants: Essentially the opposite of stimulants, if you have trouble sleeping or suffer from anxiety, your doctor may prescribe a central nervous system depressant. Valium and Xanax are two of the most frequently prescribed benzodiazepine drugs.
If you become addicted to prescription drugs, you may say or do things you wouldn’t normally do. Drug addiction often prompts unhealthy behaviors, such as seeking out drugs through means other than legal prescriptions or using drugs regardless of their harmful effects on yourself or those around you. The good news is that there are many support resources available to help you overcome drug addiction. You may also be able to mitigate your circumstances if you are facing legal problems associated with prescription drugs.
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