Transcript 2016 Generation Rx presentation

Generation RX
Missoula Prescription
Drug Task Force
Medications can
help us when
used as directed
by a healthcare
professional
Think About It:
Some people misuse
medication by taking
them for a different
reason than prescribed.
What reasons do teens
give?
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What do you think?
• Prescription medications are safer than street drugs.
• There can be legal consequences for misusing
prescription drugs.
• I can do whatever I want with my own prescriptions.
Which scenario represents
prescription drug misuse?
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Misusing medications is:
Taking
more than
prescribed
Taking
medication for a
reason different
than prescribed
Sharing or taking
someone else’s
medication
Regardless of intentions…
Name the Prescriptions
Propofol
Oxycodone, hydrocodone,
temazepam, diazepam,
alprazolam, doxylamine
A little difference goes a long way…
Heroin
Morphine
Hydrocodone
Rollercoaster to Addiction
Dependency
Addiction
Fact: 1 out of 7 teens misuse
prescription drugs
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Missoula Teens
Missoula 8th, 10th, 12th graders reported that in their
lifetime have used these prescriptions that were not
prescribed to them
6% Narcotics
9% Sedatives
5% Stimulants
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Dangerous Combination
• Alcohol is a depressant
• Mixing alcohol & prescription drugs can have
unpredictable and even deadly effects
• What happens when you mix alcohol with…
– Other sedatives? (Ambien, Valium)
– Stimulants? (Adderall, Ritalin)
– Opiates? (morphine, codeine)
Alcohol
• On average, underage drinkers consume more
drinks per drinking occasion than adult
drinkers.
• 16% of Missoula teens reported that they have
binged drink within a two week period of time.
• Binge drinking can lead to alcohol poisoning.
GOOD NEWS!
You CAN make
a difference!
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Use Medications Safely
1. Properly Use
2. Properly Store
3. Be a good role model
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Why can’t I share?
The right prescription for you may not be
the right prescription for someone else.
Sharing can have harmful even fatal
consequences.
Why follow instructions?
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How much &
how often
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Reason for
medication
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Use Medications Safely
1. Properly Use
2. Properly Store
3. Be a good role model
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Proper Storage
• Lock them up at home, school, traveling, locker
• Follow school policy about your own prescriptions at
school
• If in vehicle keep the vehicle locked and in secure
location
• Know what prescriptions you have and the quantities.
Keep a medication log!
Use Medications Safely
1. Properly Use
2. Properly Store
3. Be a good role model
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Proper Disposal
DON’T FLUSH!
Instead combine with kitty
litter, coffee grounds, or
saw dust and throw away.
Medication drop-off located
at the Missoula Police Station
Think About It:
What could teens do
instead of misusing?
Identify a few positive
alternatives.
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Summary
• In terms of abuse, prescription drugs are as
dangerous as street drugs
• Addiction can occur just as easily with prescription
drugs as it does with street drugs.
• Possessing some Rx drugs without a prescription can
be illegal and/or a felony offense (punishable by jail
time). As can be sharing or selling.
Use Medications Safely
1. Properly Use
2. Properly Store
3. Be a good role
model
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Help Others
1. Learn more
2. Share the information
3. Talk with a trusted adult
Visit: GenerationRx.org
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Support
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Teacher
Counselor
ANY trusted adult
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-TALK)
Treatment Referral Helpline (1-800-662-HELP)
www.drugfree.org
www.teenoverthecounterdrugabuse.com
Missoula Prescription Drug Task Force
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