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What Parents can do
Talk to your teens about the dangers of using prescription medications and let them know that drug use of any kind is not acceptable in your home and can lead to addiction.
Safely store and properly dispose of medications. Keep track of the medications in your home and store them in a secure area. Let your kids know that you will be keeping track of the medications in your home and have asked family friends and relatives to do the same. Visit our safe storage and disposal page for more information.
Know the warning signs. Signs of abuse or addiction may include hyperactivity or sleeplessness; slowed reaction times, slurred speech or disorientation; sudden weight loss or weight gain; excessive sleep; unusual clothing choices (to hide injection sites); drug paraphernalia; and stealing.
Signs of an Overdose
If you suspect an overdose, call 911. An individual can overdose on any opioid – prescription or nonprescription. When trying to determine if someone has overdosed, look for the signs below.
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Small, constricted “pinpoint pupils”
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Falling asleep or loss of consciousness
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Slow, shallow breathing
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Choking or gurgling sounds
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Limp body
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Pale, blue, or cold skin
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What to do if someone is overdosing
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Call 911 immediately
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Administer naloxone/ narcan
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Try to keep the person awake and breathing
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Lay the person on their side to prevent choking.
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