Some of the consequences of misusing or abusing prescription drugs include:

• uncontrollable diarrhea, vomiting and nausea

• body function disruptions — including excessive sweating, urination or thirst

• drowsiness, dizziness, shaking, insomnia

• severe and extensive rashes

• hospitalization

• death

Prescription drug abuse can affect you in other ways that aren’t physical. It can affect other parts of your life, too; important parts — like your education, and relationships with your family and friends.

These are other consequences of prescription drug abuse to consider: Introduction Physical Consequences Social Consequences Legal Consequences Consequences at Home Consequences at School

 

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