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Prescription Risks Doctors Face | Hidden Dangers of Overprescribing Explained | MedHeads

Prescription Risks Doctors Face | Hidden Dangers of Overprescribing Explained | MedHeads Are you concerned about the growing risks of benzodiazepine and opioid prescriptions? Wondering how these medications affect individuals with substance use disorders — and what doctors should do differently? In this thought-provoking episode of Cracking Addiction, Dr. Ferghal Armstrong and Dr. Richard Bradlow dive deep into the clinical, ethical, and legal challenges of prescribing benzodiazepines and opioids. This is a must-watch for healthcare professionals, educators, and anyone impacted by long-term medication use. In This Episode: Why co-prescribing benzos with opioids or alcohol can be life-threatening The legal and professional risks doctors face with overprescribing How to uphold “primum non nocere” — do no harm — in difficult prescribing scenarios The history of tranquilizers, from Milltown to modern-day antipsychotics and antidepressants Dependency risks and long-term management strategies for benzos and opioids Best practices for opioid stewardship and shared decision-making in chronic pain care Dr. Bradlow provides a rich historical lens that connects the evolution of these medications to today's clinical realities, while Dr. Armstrong offers practical strategies for safer, patient-centered prescribing. Whether you’re navigating these challenges in your practice or seeking to better understand the broader implications, this episode delivers expert guidance and real-world insights. Subscribe, like, and comment to join the conversation on responsible prescribing and substance use management. Resources: Join our community: https://meducate.com.au/ More expert content: https://meducate.com.au/