Misuse of Prescription Pain Relievers:
The Buzz Takes Your Breath Away. Permanently.
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The Buzz Takes Your Breath Away. Permanently.
It starts with "just this once," and it can
end there. Misuse of prescription pain relievers can kill you. If someone
offers you oxy, percs, vics or some other party drug, think
twice—because you only die once.
For information or help, call 1.800.662.HELP.
Brought to you by the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services, Substance
Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, and Food
and Drug Administration.
Prescription pain relievers, when used correctly and
under a doctor's supervision, are safe and effective.
Consumer Education: Misuse of Prescription Pain Relievers
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FDA/Center for Drug Evaluation and Research
Last Updated: October 18, 2002
Originator: OTCOM/DLIS
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