Commonly Abused Prescription Drugs


While many prescription drugs can be abused or misused, these three classes are most commonly abused:

  • Opioids - often prescribed to treat pain.
  • CNS Depressants - used to treat anxiety and sleep disorders.
  • Stimulants - prescribed to treat narcolepsy and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

 

 

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