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Author Marcum, James

Title Medicines that kill : the truth about the hidden epidemic / James L. Marcum, MD
Published Carol Stream, IL : Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., 2013

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Contents My medical history -- It could happen to you -- Medical mistakes -- Adverse reactions and insufficient research -- Misuse of medications -- Slow kill and deadly combinations -- Over-the-counter medications -- Sometimes you need to think -- Let's get practical, part 1 -- Let's get practical, part 2 -- The rest of the story -- The law of love
Summary The recent deaths of celebrities like Michael Jackson, Anna Nicole Smith, Heath Ledger, and Whitney Houston have shown a spotlight on the overuse and abuse of prescription drugs. Most people believe that prescription drugs are safer than illegal substances. But, when combined with other over-the-counter sedatives, prescription drugs can be every bit as powerful, addictive, and dangerous. In 2006, overdoses on a class of prescription pain relievers called opioid analgesics killed more people than those killed by overdoses on cocaine and heroin combined. Right now, among 35 to 54 year olds, poisoning by prescription drugs is the most common cause of accidental death-even more so than auto-related deaths. In Medicines That Kill, Dr. Marcum shines a light on the addictive power of prescription medication and how you can protect yourself and your family by practicing healthy habits
Notes Electronic book
Subject Medication abuse.
Medication abuse -- Complications -- Case studies
Substance-Related Disorders
SELF-HELP -- Substance Abuse & Addictions -- Drug Dependence.
Medication abuse
Medication abuse -- Complications
Genre/Form Case studies
Form Electronic book
ISBN 9781414382807
1414382804