Risk Factors
Improper utilization of these drugs can and does lead to:
- Addiction
- Family Dysfunction
- Increased Disability Duration
- Physical health consequences associated with long term narcotic utilization and addiction such as:
- Depression
- Loss of libido
- Lower testosterone levels
- Weaken the immune system
- Pulmonary function (secondary decreased respirations)
- Liver functions
- Hyperalgesia
- Constipation