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What does it mean to misuse prescription drugs

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Misusing prescription drugs is the act of taking a drug and using it for something other than what is was originally prescribed.

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Answer: Misuse of prescription drugs means taking a medication in a manner or dose other than prescribed; taking someone else's prescription, even if for a legitimate medical complaint such as pain; or taking a medication to feel euphoria

Step-by-step explanation:

Although any prescription drug can be abused, the three types of drugs that are most commonly abused are: Painkillers, also known as narcotic or opiates/opioids. Examples include morphine, codeine, oxycodone (OxyContin), hydrocodone (Vicodin, Lortab) and meperidine (Demerol).

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