Opioids, depressants, stimulants, and relaxants are all part of realm of narcotic abuse (Signs). While doctors prescribe these medications to improve the quality of life for the patients, some recipients of the prescription know they can profit off of the contents and begin illegal distribution for profit on the streets falling into the hands of the wrong people. Some outward warning signs of someone addicted to pain prescriptions may include a change in sleeping patterns, appetite, weight loss, a loss of interests and motivation, bad breath, rashes, or a constant wheezing or difficulty breathing [may be a sign of an allergy to the medication](Signs). Treatment for people who want to no longer be dependent or addicted to pain prescription pills may find relief in other medications while detoxing such as methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. These medications and cognitive behavioral therapy is the best route for most patients
Opioids, depressants, stimulants, and relaxants are all part of realm of narcotic abuse (Signs). While doctors prescribe these medications to improve the quality of life for the patients, some recipients of the prescription know they can profit off of the contents and begin illegal distribution for profit on the streets falling into the hands of the wrong people. Some outward warning signs of someone addicted to pain prescriptions may include a change in sleeping patterns, appetite, weight loss, a loss of interests and motivation, bad breath, rashes, or a constant wheezing or difficulty breathing [may be a sign of an allergy to the medication](Signs). Treatment for people who want to no longer be dependent or addicted to pain prescription pills may find relief in other medications while detoxing such as methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. These medications and cognitive behavioral therapy is the best route for most patients