Prescription Pain Relievers and Opioids

Prescription Pain Relievers and Opioids

According to the American Society of Addiction Medicine, nearly 2 million people in the US are addicted to prescription pain relievers and opioids. For this week’s lab, you are to pick a popular prescription opioid and research the drug and its effects on pain, as well as the potential for addiction.

You are also to research the drug in the context of its economy of usage and its FDA classification. You should consult the government websites such as health and human services (www.hhs.gov) and food and drug administration (www.fda.gov) to get information about the drug and its addiction potential or problem. You should also research the drug and its manufacturer and determine the cost, availability, and how it impacts the company’s financial position.