Safe Use of Prescription Pain Medication
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This publication describes how to use prescription pain medication safely. It lists some of the dangers of not following the directions, possible signs of overdose, and how to safely dispose of unwanted or expired medication. Prescribing Pain Medication in the Emergency Department, a patient education poster for emergency departments, is also available to download.
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Washington State Department of Health
Injury and Violence Prevention
MS 47853
Olympia,
Washington
98504
Phone:
360-236-2865
Fax:
General public
University of Washington Alcohol and Drug Abuse Institute, Washington State Department of Social and Health Services

