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Do you think it is ok to take prescription painkillers if your doctor will not per scribe them to you?
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NO: Narcotics are controlled substances. The main reason is individual and public safety. These medications should only be taken under the direction of a physician. When you buy drugs off the street, the concern of the dealer is to make money and not your safety with resulting risk of overdosing and death. You may also be introduced to other illegal drugs of no medicinal value such Cocaine and heroin.
Answered 2/25/2017
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