Lecture 19 Flashcards
1
Q
what are three legal prescription drugs
A
- Benzodiazepines
- Amphetamines
- Oxycodone
2
Q
what are Benzodiazepines
A
- diazepam (Valium), lorazepam and alprazolam
- For individuals taking high doses of benzodiazepines, withdrawal may require substitution treatment (such as clonazepam) to manage symptoms
3
Q
how many people are addicted on Benzodiazepines in the UK
A
- 12 million uk prescrptions
- 1.5m people addicted
