Prescribed Medication Abuse

Don’t Do it!

“Dr. I think I got a headache, I need some pills.”

“Dr. I think I got a headache, I need some pills.”

• Once in a blue moon headaches, are not things you should rush to the Dr. for.

• Spend some time on yourself. Sometimes people rush to the hospital to pay for ice.

• Exercise and eat healthy. It brings positive energy and it keeps you going. Your immune system builds up and your body becomes stronger.

“I Want more Advil.”

“Give Me More!”

• Advil is a drug called Ibuprofen• Simple over the counter medication can cause

damage, while you think you are getting cured.

• Don’t become dependent. Become independent.

Signs of Drug Abuse

• Mood Swings• Withdrawal from family

members• Changed sleeping pattern• Loss of interest in hobbies • Weight loss, poor hygiene,

signs of stress etc.. • These are some signs as

there is more.

“Uhh Uhh, Not For ME!”

Drug Abuse Can lead to Jail or Death

• Using more dosage than what the doctor prescribed can lead to the wanting of more.

• You can create a dependency And then start committing crimes.

• Drug addictions are real and it can happen to anyone.

“I almost wish I could be more exciting, that I could match what is happening out there to me.”

Things To do To Avoid Drug Addictions

• Take Medication as prescribed.• Do not mix medications with other

medications. You do not know what it can do.• Before taking any medication. You should talk

to your doctor. He needs to know everything that might effect a bad interaction with the drug.

How to Keep Avoiding Drug Addictions

• Be honest with yourself and your physician. Talk to him about any funny feeling you get after taking the Medications Prescribed.

• Educate yourself of the Things that you are taking; Rather than just taking them as prescribed.

• If you need serious help. Admit yourself into a Rehab clinic and receive the help needed.

The Ways to Prevent Drug Abuse Without Using Other Drugs to Help.

• Deal with the pressures life throws at you. Do not run to drugs

• Examine all that you are giving up for the drug. Family, Job, love and etc..

• Keeping a good living life helps. You must have priorities. Create balance and you will be happy. Therefore no need for the drugs abused.

“I sneezed. I need some of this candy.”

“Do not over use your medication. Remember, You can Do it.”