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Topic: Drugs, Information and Directions Answer:The Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) rates drugs in order of their abuse risk, accepted medical use in the United States, and their potential for dependence, and places them in one of five “Schedules,” or classifications. Schedule I contains drugs with the highest abuse potential; Schedule V, the lowest. (Schedules are also designated as C1, C2, C3, C4, and C5.) § Schedule I drugs, such as heroin, marijuana, and crack cocaine, are those determined to have no safe and accepted medical use in the U.S. Visit our Drug Information section to get details about specific drugs.§ Schedule II drugs are accepted for medical use in this country, but also have a high potential for abuse and can cause severe physical or psychological dependence. This schedule includes certain narcotic, depressant, and stimulant drugs. § Schedules III, IV, and V drugs include medically accepted drugs with less risk for abuse, including certain anti-anxiety drugs, tranquilizers, and non-narcotic pain relievers. View the Walgreens.com Ask a Pharmacist Archives for a list of all commonly asked questions. DISCLAIMER: The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. Consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment of your medical condition. Advances in medicine may cause this information to become outdated, invalid or subject to debate. Professional opinions and interpretations of the scientific literature may vary. Walgreens' terms of use and general warranty disclaimer apply to all services provided. If you are in need of immediate medical attention, contact your physician, poison control center or emergency medical professional. If you need to speak with a pharmacist for non-emergency matters, contact your local Walgreens pharmacist or call a Walgreens.com pharmacist toll-free at 1-877-250-5823. |
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