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Drug abuse
Prescription drug abuse is taking a medication prescribed to you in a way other than instructed, or taking someone else’s prescription—whether it’s to help with pain, or to get high. Here’s how to prevent it or seek treatment.

How pharmacist can prevent prescription drug misuse
How pharmacists can spot the signs of patient and provider prescription drug misuse
Updated on Jan. 30, 2025

Vyvanse crash vs. withdrawal. Symptoms, safety, and more
Learn the difference between a Vyvanse crash and Vyvanse withdrawal and what to do to treat, and prevent, symptoms
Updated on Dec. 6, 2024

Signs your Vyvanse dose is too high
Your Vyvanse dose may be too high if you have an increase in side effects like anxiety, jitters, or irritability
Updated on Sep. 11, 2024
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Health Education
Preventing teen prescription misuse
Kids are 50% less likely to use drugs when they hear about the dangers of drugs from their parents. Use these tips and talking points to prevent teen prescription misuse.
Updated on Oct. 17, 2022

Drug Info
Is Vyvanse a controlled substance?
As an amphetamine, Vyvanse is a Schedule II controlled substance. Learn how to take Vyvanse safely or switch to an ADHD med that isn't a controlled substance.
Jun. 19, 2022

Drug Info
Adderall: The dangerous misuse of prescription drugs on college ...
Adderall and Ritalin are household names, often seen as innocuous medications used…
Oct. 7, 2019