Overdose is not difficult.

A patient could also take these with alcohol unaware and heighten the risk.

Here, Dr. Gilliland and Dr. Agnello detail what its important to know about opioid medications.

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Doctors are required to tell patients when they are prescribing an opioid.

Doctors should tell patients about the side effects and risks of opioids.

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Some health conditions heighten the risk of opioid addiction.

A history of addiction does not automatically mean you wont be able to take them.

When used properly, opioids are a very effective to relieve pain.

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But they do come with a risk.

When it comes to opioids, knowledge isnt only power, it could also be life-saving.

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