Abstract
This article examines the recognised problem of a growing number of patients showing addictive dependencies on prescribed medications, mainly codeine-based analgesia and benzodiazepines. Public Health England has encouraged health services to try and recognise this issue and address it. The development of the Benzodiazepine and Opiate Withdrawal Service from an area of addiction services for drug and alcohol provision in Camden and Islington has been one such initiative. This article includes case studies that show what is possible in terms of treatment. It also shows that experienced nurses can play a role in achieving positive outcomes for patients dependent on prescribed medication.
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