Painkillers are very controversial drugs. They are supposed to kill our pain. Known as "analgesics" in medical jargon, these drugs are mostly available OTC (over the counter). In various regions, you do not need prescriptions to get your hands on them. This is the reason why these drugs are also abused.

Drug Abuse

If you have recently faced an accident or you are suffering from a chronic painful illness like arthritis, you have to take these drugs to ease your pain. But if you are taking these drugs for the 'high' or simply as a habit even after you have healed from the accident, then you are abusing the drug.

Prescription For Very Strong Painkillers

People are abusing simple drugs like ibuprofen (Brufen) and acetaminophen (Paracetamol, Tylenol). We wouldn't want them to get high on the really tough stuff like morphine and Tramadol. Still, people get their hands on them.

In a song by Beach Bunny, the singer lists various drugs like Tylenol, Morphine and Ketamine – indicating that these drugs are also being used.

Apart from relieving pain, these drugs have effects on various body organs like the liver, kidneys, heart and brain. An addiction to these painkillers can ruin lives, and taking them in abundance can lead to toxicity in the body, eventually resulting in failure of organs.

Be responsible and take these medications only after a doctor's expert opinion.

If you feel like you have developed an addiction or dependence on said drugs, then contact your doctor. They can guide you better on how to wean off them.