Dependence. After prolonged use, some people will have withdrawal symptoms if they abruptly stop these medications. Such symptoms may include most all of the behavioral side effects discussed above; depression can be quite severe. This problem is much more common following misuse/excessive use of such medications. There is significant potential for abuse of these medications, either by the patient or by persons who obtain them from the patient.
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Sources: Controlled Substances Treatment Agreement, Controlled Substances Treatment Agreement, Controlled Substances Contract