- Abuse Trends of Prescription Drugs and OTC Medications
- CNS Depressants
- Dextromethorphan (DXM)
- Opioids
Although many prescription medications can be abused, the following three classes are most commonly abused:
- Opioids—usually prescribed to treat pain.
- CNS depressants—used to treat anxiety and sleep disorders.
- Stimulants—prescribed to treat ADHD and narcolepsy.