Prescription Drug Rehab Austin

As "doctor shoppers" hit the streets with prescription drugs for sale residents of Austin gear up for prescription drug rehab considerations.

The most commonly diverted pharmaceuticals in the state include hydrocodone (Vicodin), alprazolam (Xanax), hydromorphone (Dilaudid), oxycodone (OxyContin), cough syrup with codeine, steroids, nasal spray (Stadol), and carisoprodol (Soma). School personnel in Austin, Texas have been reporting problems with the abuse of dextromethorphan (DXM), especially the use of Robitussin-DM, Tussin, and Coricidin Cough and Cold Tablets HBP. These substances can be purchased over the counter and, if taken in large quantities, can product hallucinogenic effects. Coricidin HBP pills are known as Triple Cs or Skittles.  As prescription drug addiction becomes more and more prevelant the issue of prescription drug rehab weighs heavy on the minds of many.

Abused prescription drugs are diverted in a variety of ways in Austin, Texas, including pharmacy diversion, "doctor shopping," and improper prescribing practices by physicians. Pharmacy diversion occurs when pharmacy employees steal products from the shelves or through prescription forgeries. Diversion through doctor shopping occurs when individuals, who may or may not have a legitimate ailment, visit numerous physicians to obtain drugs in excess of what should legitimately be prescribed. According to statistics, in the fourth quarter in 2002 most diverted pharmaceuticals sold for $2 to $10 per dosage unit.  As the use, abuse and subsequent addiction to these drugs rises the need for prescription drug rehab, education, and addiction treatment is a prevelant issue for residents of the area.

Narconon Arrowhead, one of the world's largest and most effective drug rehabilitation and education programs can help. We offer free addiction counseling, free assessments, and referrals to your community. To locate an Austin drug rehab or find out information about drug abuse contact Narconon Arrowhead by calling 1-800-468-6933 or via email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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