This talk reviews the most common and the most problematic medications in use to provide guidance on determining medical necessity and efficacy, with a focus on risk vs. benefit. Medications reviewed include NSAIDS, opiates, Neurontin, Seroquel, Wellbutrin, and benzodiazepines, with special consideration given to developing reasonable and defensible prescribing practices.

Educational Objectives

• Review common medications of abuse in correctional health care settings
• Explain the FDA's role in guiding physician practice
• Summarize new prescribing techniques for managing common high-risk medications

Level:Basic