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Illicit or prescribed drug abuse addiction is a brain disease, that like any other disease, can be treated effectively. Years of research has proven this. there is not one single treatment that is appropriate fro all individuals addicted to prescription medications. The type of drug used and the needs of the individual must be taken into account when deciding on a proper treatment. In order for a treatment o be successful, several components, including detoxification, counselling, and in some cases, pharmacological therapies all need to be incorporated. In order for a patient to make a successful recovery, multiple courses of treatments may need to be used. 

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Pharmacists play a key role in preventing Rx drug misuse and abuse by providing clear info and advice about how to take a medication properly. They also need to provide information on the effects this medication may have and about any possible drug interactions. Pharmacists can help prescription Freud by looking for false or altered prescription forms. Many pharmacies have developed 'hotlines' to alert other pharmacies in the region when a fraud is detected. 

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About 70% of Americans, approximately 191 million people, visit a health care provider at least once every two years. Therefore, health care providers are in an exclusive position to prescribe medications to their patients in need, as well as recognize and prevent a prescription drug addiction when it exists. They are also responsible for setting goals for recovery and seeking the appropriate treatment when need be. What can also be incorporated into a routine history in taking any past or current drug abuse issues. This screening can be done by asking questions about what prescriptions and OTC medications the patient is taking and what for. Screening can also be done if the patient a question presents symptoms associated with drug abuse. 

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The abuse of oxycontin products has dramatically increased in recent years. Oxycontin is in a group of drugs called narcotic pain relievers. It is similar to morphine. Oxycontin pills are used to treat moderate to severe pain. The extended-release form of this medication is used to treat pain around the clock. Oxycontin is designed to be swallowed whole. Abusers, however ingest this drug in a variety of ways. Abusers often chew the pills or crush them and snort them. Crushed pills can also be dissolved in water and injected. These methods allow the narcotics to rapidly release and absorb more quickly than just swallowing them whole. 

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