Over
time, an indication of the development of tolerance can be seen in a rapid
increase in the amount of a drug needed or frequent requests for refills before
the quantity prescribed should have been used. Providers should note these
changes immediately and they should also be alert to the fact that those
addicted to prescription medications may engage in "doctor shopping,"
moving from provider to provider in an effort to get multiple prescriptions for
the drug they abuse. Preventing or halting prescription drug abuse is an
important part of patient care. However, health care providers should not avoid
prescribing painkillers, if they are required. This article was put together
with the help of Narconon. Narconon is a non-profit drug rehab program
dedicated to eliminating drug abuse and drug addiction through drug prevention,
education and rehabilitation. Ramy Daghstani is a spokesperson for Narconon.
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