Drug abuse or misuse simply
refers to the consumption of illegal drugs or the
inappropriate use of legal or prescription drugs.
Obviously, it then follows that both prescription
drugs (to be prescribed by the doctor) and
nonprescription drugs (can be procured over the
counter) may be abused or misused. Misuse of
prescription drugs can be in the form of taking
overdose or underdose of the prescribed
medications both of which may have dire
consequences. Arguably, drug abuse is fraught
with several potential adverse effects. In this
article, I intend to focus on some of the
prescription drugs commonly abused by
Nigerians and their potential adverse effects

1. Paracetamol
This drug is definitely a household name. It
comes in different popular brand names such as
panadol, boska and M&B. Due to its analgesic,
antipyretic and anti-inflammatory properties,
paracetamol is widely used - and frequently
abused - for the treatment of fever, headache as
well as mild to moderate body aches. Although it
is relatively safe especially when compared with
most other pain killers, it is not without adverse
effects mostly when consumed in excess.
Evidently, the most dreaded adverse effect is
hepatotoxicity (liver damage) and this may occur
after the maximum recommended dose of 4g (8
tablets) is exceeded per day. The incidence of
hepatotoxicity is even much higher among
alcoholics. Some other adverse effects include
nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and rashes. In
view of these, patients are usually advised to
consult the doctor if symptoms persist despite
taking paracetamol.

2. Aspirin
This is another widely abused drug in Nigeria.
Popular brands include Alabukun and Phensic.
Aspirin belongs to the group of drugs called
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
which are often employed in the treatment of
severe headaches (such as migraine),
dysmenorrhoea (menstrual pain), rheumatoid
arthritis, osteoarthritis and many other causes of
pain. Other NSAIDs include ibuprofen,
diclofenac, piroxicam (feldene), indometacin and
so on. They act by inhibiting cyclooxygenase
(COX) enzyme which is involved in the
production of prostaglandins that normally
protect the epithelial lining of the stomach from
acid secretion. Hence, the most common
adverse effect of aspirin and other NSAIDs is
peptic ulceration which is the reason why they
should be avoided or used with caution by
individuals with previous or active peptic ulcer
disease. Furthermore, aspirin is contraindicated
in children less than 16 years as it can lead to
Reye syndrome in them (characterized by liver
damage and encephalopathy).

3. Codeine
Codeine is an opioid analgesic also used in the
management of pain and diarrhoea. Like other
opioids, it is widely abused because of its
potential to produce euphoria (high mood) when
consumed in large quantities. Hence, codeine
abusers consume large quantities of codeine-
containing cough syrups which ultimately leads
to adverse effects like dependence, tolerance,
sedation and euphoria. Other adverse effects
may include constipation following prolonged
use, dizziness, vomiting, headaches and dry
mouth just to mention a few. Some other opioid
analgesics which are also sometimes abused
include morphine, pentazocine (fortwin),
tramadol and pethidine. Also, they tend to cause
respiratory depression in large doses.

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Drug Abuse - its effects and solution
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