Scottish figures 'point to hidden UK crisis in tranquiliser abuse' Doctors, counsellors and charity workers say increasing numbers are seeking help with prescription drug addiction
A rise in prescription drug use across the UK could be fueling a hidden crisis affecting millions, experts have said, as Scottish government data shows a dramatic rise in deaths linked to tranquilisers.
Doctors, drug counsellors and charity workers say a growing number of people coming through their doors are seeking help for prescription drug addictions.
It comes as new data shows a surge in deaths in Scotland linked to Alprazolam, a benzodiazepine tranquiliser used to treat anxiety and panic disorders, and sold under the trade name Xanax. Continue reading... The Guardian
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A rise in prescription drug use across the UK could be fueling a hidden crisis affecting millions, experts have said, as Scottish government data shows a dramatic rise in deaths linked to tranquilisers.
Doctors, drug counsellors and charity workers say a growing number of people coming through their doors are seeking help for prescription drug addictions.
It comes as new data shows a surge in deaths in Scotland linked to Alprazolam, a benzodiazepine tranquiliser used to treat anxiety and panic disorders, and sold under the trade name Xanax. Continue reading... The Guardian
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