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This answer is multifaceted:
1) Taking a drug that was not prescribed to you.
2) Taking a drug for a reason other than what it was prescribed for.
3) Taking more than the prescribed/recommended dose.
4) Allowing someone else to take your drug.
5) Selling your prescription drug to someone else.
The list can go on and on.... it can be intentional(lying about pain levels to get more narcotic) or unintentional (an elderly person taking more than the prescribed amount due to visual impairment.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoA simple way to classify "drug misuse" is to use a drug in any way other than its designed purpose by the pharmaceutical manufacturer, and has been prescribed by a licenced medical practitioner following those guidelines for your personal use only.
If it doesn't require a prescription (e.g. over the counter medicines) then using it in any manner contrary to the dosage guidelines provided.
If it's an illicit (illegal) drug, any use is misuse regardless of what personal opinion is. That's why it's illegal.
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∙ 9y agoMedicine misuse is when someone takes someone else's medication or takes more of their medicine than is prescribed. It is also called misuse if you sell your prescription drugs.
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What does the term drug misuse mean?
Drug misuse is when someone takes to much of a drug on purpose/ abuses the drug. If someone abuses a drug to much and takes the same amount over and over again they will need to take more of the drug to feel that affect.
What way society can respond to drug misuse?
how can society respond to substance misuse
What are the consequences of alcohol and drug misuse?
yea i just poppied on em
What mean misuse?
not being right
When getting a drug test what do they look for?
If you mean a drug test for work where they are looking for illegal drug use or misuse of prescription drugs ( taking way too much) then the answer is : opiates, benzodiazepines, cannabis for example. Really depends on why you are being tested.Why do you ask? Are you doing drugs?
The deliberate misuse of drugs for purposes other than medical ones is called?
drug passive.. it is also known as drug abuse :)
Difference between drug abuse and drug misuse?
Drug abuse is when person uses a drug on purpose with negative side effects whereas drug misuse is when a person improperly uses a drug that cause negative side effects. -- Drug abuse, like alcohol abuse, is when you use a drug excessively, to the detriment of your physical or mental health. Misuse is when a drug is not used properly, such as taking the wrong dose, or using the wrong drug for the wrong purpose. For instance, taking antibiotics for a cold. Since colds are caused by viruses, and antibiotics only work for bacterial infections, that would be a misuse of antibiotics.
What is the misuse of marijuana?
The misuse of any recreational drug is really up to debate. In a fair opinion though, the misuse of any recreational drug, especially Marijuana is if one is using it to solve a problem. The other term for this is self-medicating. This is the only way one can become psychologically addicted and that is the only real danger. Smoking weed is not a solution to problems it is just really fun.
Which describes drug misuse?
Drug misuse refers to the inappropriate or excessive use of drugs, including prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, or illegal substances. This can involve using drugs in ways not intended by healthcare providers, such as taking higher doses than prescribed or using them for non-medical purposes. Drug misuse can lead to serious health consequences and addiction.
Which is an effect of psychoactive drug abuse?
A psychoactive effect is an affect on mood or behavior caused by the misuse of drugs.
What has the author Joy Barlow written?
Joy Barlow has written: 'Substance misuse' -- subject(s): Drug abuse, Treatment, Prevention
What has the author Angela Carrington written?
Angela Carrington has written: 'An action study report on drug misuse and the Afro-Caribbean Community'
