Abstract
Opioids have therapeutic use to manage certain medical conditions under medical supervision. However, consistent use of opioids could lead to dependence as well as tolerance which means increasing the doses to achieve the optimal therapeutic effect. Medication abuse is a global issue that has been investigated for a long time and many studies were published all over the world. In Saudi Arabia, some studies discussed substance abuse and strategies that could potentially help minimize this problem, for instance, educational indicatives, awareness campaigns, and prevention measures. There are some determinants that are associated with substance abuse such as first-time admission, criminal record, and alcohol and cannabis abuse. Although there are promising advancements in medical and pharmaceutical care in Saudi Arabia, there is a pressing need for further research to be conducted on narcotic and psychotic substances to fully understand and establish evidence-based practices for the safe and effective use of these medications.
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