Question

Using a prescription drug recreationally is considered

Answer 1

Prescription drug abuse. It would be misuse if it wasn't recreational and more along the lines of "this sleeping pill isn't working on the normal dosage, I'll take one more." Misuse is not for recreational intent, thats what separates it from abuse.

Answer 2

Recreational drugs" is a loose term that refers to legal and illegal drugs that are used without medical supervision. There are four categories of recreational drugs: analgesics, depressants, stimulants, and hallucinogens. Analgesics include narcotics like heroin, morphine, fentanyl, and codeine