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Opioids
The Law
100
Where do most teenagers get their supply of prescription drugs?
Friends or relatives
100
True or False. Over the Counter Stimulants like Adderall can cause dangerous effects like irregular heartbeat, heart failure, seizures and even hostility and paranoia if taken in high doses.
True
100
True or False. Prescription opioid pain medications such as Oxycontin and Vicodin can have effects similar to heroin when taken in doses or in ways other than prescribed.
True
100
True or False. In the United States, the manufacture and sale of OTC substances is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration.
True
200
When do over the counter drugs become more dangerous than illegal drugs? a. When taken and it is someone else's prescription b. When not taken as prescribed c. When combined with other drugs that are not prescribed by a doctor. d. all of the above
d. All of the above.
200
True or False Liver damage is a health risk when taking too much acetaminophen.
True
200
More people die from overdoses of A. Prescription opioids such as Vicodin and Oxycontin B. Over the counter depressants such as Dextromethorphan C. ADHD medication than from all other drugs combined, including heroin and cocaine.
A. Prescription opioids such as Vicodin and Oxycontin
200
What penalty can a doctor get for selling prescriptions Illegally? A. There are no penalties B. Up to 3 years in prison and a $700,000 fine. C. Up to 5 years in prison.
B. Up to 3 years in prison and a $700,000 fine.
300
What types of drugs are the most commonly abused by Americans.
Over the Counter (OTC) and Prescription Drugs.
300
True or False? Ibuprofen and naproxen can cause kidney damage, cancer and stomach bleeding in certain situations.
False. The use of too much Ibuprofen and naproxen can cause kidney damage and stomach bleeding but not cancer.
300
Prescription opioid pain medications such as Oxycontin and Vicodin can have effects similar to A. Meth B. Heroin C. Marijuana when taken in doses or in ways other than prescribed.
B. Heroin. Prescription opioid pain medications such as Oxycontin and Vicodin can have effects similar to heroin when taken in doses or in ways other than prescribed, and research now suggests that abuse of these drugs may actually open the door to heroin abuse.
300
Is it legal to take prescription drugs that aren't yours?
No