Risks of Unregulated Prescription Drug Combinations on the Rise
A study by the Center for Drug Safety and Effectiveness at Johns Hopkins University found that doctors are prescribing untested drug combinations with high addiction potential. The study examined patterns of medical amphetamine and methylphenidate stimulant drug use and found that many adults using Schedule II stimulants simultaneously use one or more additional CNS-active drugs, which can have tolerance and withdrawal effects or potential recreational abuse. The study reveals significant gaps in knowledge and oversight within the medical community, as the prescribing of multi-combination drug cocktails has yet to go through clinical trials.