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Scary Stats
- In 2006, teens reported using prescription stimulants, like Adderall
or Ritalin, and pain relievers, like Vicodin, OxyContin, or Tylox, without
a doctor's prescription.
- In 2006, 1 in 5 teens abused prescription medicines to get high.
- In 2006, 1 in 10 abused cough and cold medicines containing the active
ingredient dextromethorphan, or DXM.
- Taking antidepressants even as long as 10 hours before driving has
the same effect as driving drunk.
- The effects of 10mg of Valium is even worst than the effects of driving
with a BAC level of 0.1%.
- Antihistamines taken to alleviate allergies can slow down reaction
and impair your coordination.
- Drowsy driving, which can be caused by over-the-counter decongestants,
is the cause of about 100,000 car crashes and about 1,500 deaths each
year.
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