Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Older Drug Gets Newer Attention
WEST VIRGINIA…
West Virginia pharmacists and law enforcement believe the painkiller Tramadol, which has been on the market for several years, has become addictive and gained a greater street value. They are seeking help from lawmakers. House Health and Human Resources Committee has endorsed a measure that would add Tramadol to the list of prescription drugs now monitored for misuse. It’s addictive-like nature has only come to the attention of authorities recently. With the drug now having value on the street the possibilities of it being sold or bartered have increased significantly. Tramadol will now be monitored more closely by authorities.
West Virginia pharmacists and law enforcement believe the painkiller Tramadol, which has been on the market for several years, has become addictive and gained a greater street value. They are seeking help from lawmakers. House Health and Human Resources Committee has endorsed a measure that would add Tramadol to the list of prescription drugs now monitored for misuse. It’s addictive-like nature has only come to the attention of authorities recently. With the drug now having value on the street the possibilities of it being sold or bartered have increased significantly. Tramadol will now be monitored more closely by authorities.
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