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Prescription Painkillers in the Workplace What You Need to Know
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Signs of Opioid Abuse What you should know
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Physical Signs of Opioid Abuse Unusual drowsiness/nodding off at random times Dizziness Constricted (small) pupils Glassy eyes Slowed breathing Nausea Constipation Weight loss or decline of appearance
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Behavioral Signs of Opioid Abuse Extreme mood swings Irritability/angry outbursts Anxiety Euphoria Confusion Secrecy/dishonesty More absences from work Consistently late to work Withdrawal from friends, coworkers and family Change in friends Neglecting responsibilities
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Medication Warning Signs Taking medications for reasons other than physical pain Loss of control over medication use Taking medications prescribed for someone else
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Opioid Abuse What can you do?
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Suspect Opioid Abuse at Work? Tell a supervisor as soon as possible (manager, security team or HR officer) Confidential process Do not be concerned you are risking a coworker’s job You are reducing accident risk You may be saving someone’s health/life
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Do You or Someone You Know Need Help? UnitedHealthcare Substance Use Helpline: 855-780-5955 Available 24/7 for you or a family member Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Treatment Services Locator findtreatment.samhsa.gov Contact our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) xxx-xxx-xxxx or info@ABCEAP.com Confidentially contact Human Resources at xxx-xxx-xxxx
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Common Types of Opioids & Narcotics
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What Are Opioids? Prescription-only drugs – treat and manage moderate to severe pain Naturally found in the opium poppy plant Also made in labs using same chemical structure Relax the body and block pain signals sent from the brain to the body
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Common Narcotic Pain Medications
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Heroin Made from morphine from opium poppy plants White or brown powder or black sticky substance Injected, sniffed, snorted or smoked High risk of overdose or death Increased risk due to high potency fentanyl added to heroin Nearly 80% of Americans using heroin abused prescription opioids
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If You Are Prescribed Opioid Painkillers What to do
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Did You Know? Opioid painkillers can affect your ability to do your job Opioid side effects Drowziness, dizziness, nausea Driving under the influence Even if painkillers are legally prescribed, you can still be cited
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Talking With Your Doctor Ask questions if you are prescribed an opioid painkiller Ask about safety Inform them about: Additional risk factors (genetics, family history, trauma, mental health, history of substance abuse, psychological/social stressors Other medications and providers Be honest about your concerns Discuss alternatives
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Alternative Pain Medication Options Alternative pain medications for opioids carry fewer risks and side effects Always check with your doctor about taking alternatives Over-the-counter medications Ibuprofen (Advil), acetaminophen (Tylenol), naproxen (Aleve) Prescription strength anti-inflammatory drugs Celcoxib (Celbrex), diclofenac (Voltaren), etodolac (Lodine)
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Alternative Pain Medication Options Select prescription non-opioids that target nerves that produce pain Gabapenin (Neurontin), pregabalin (Lyrica) Injectable and topical non-opioid therapies Chiropractic services, physical and massage therapy, exercise, yoga and cognitive behavioral therapy
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If Painkillers Are Prescribed Discuss your tasks Talk with your supervisor before you perform safety sensitive tasks Exercise caution Driving, operating or working around machinery Risk of serious injury or death Inform: Talk with your supervisor or HR to let them know
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Prescription Painkillers in the WorkplaceMore Information XYZ’s Workplace Drug Policy XYZ.com/humanresources/drugpolicy Contact your manager/supervisor Call HR at xxx-xxx-xxxx, ext. x
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CDC Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain What you should know
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What is the CDC Guideline? Developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) developed for primary care clinicians treating adults for chronic pain in outpatient setting Developed to: Improve communication between clinicians and patients Provide safer, more effective care for patients with chronic pain Help reduce opioid abuse and overdose Provides recommendations to clinicians about appropriate prescribing of opioids to improve pain management and patient safety
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CDC Guideline – Patient Care & Safety Nonopioid therapy is preferred for chronic pain (outside of cancer, palliative and end-of-life care): The lowest possible effective dosage should be prescribed (to reduce abuse and overdose) Clinicians should exercise caution when prescribing opioids and monitor patients closely
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CDC Guidelines – Before Starting Opioids Make the most informed decision with your doctor Learn about prescription opioids and the risks Consider other ways to manage pain Physical therapy Exercise Non-opioid medications (e.g., acetaminophen, ibuprofen) Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
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Safe Prescription Opioid Storage & Disposal
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Did You Know? Misuse/giving prescription drugs someone other than the prescribed can be: Illegal Potentially deadly In 2015, the majority of opioid-related deaths involved prescription drugs Flushed/drain-disposed Rx medications can contaminate the water supply More than 70% of people using prescription painkillers get them from family or friends
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Safe Storage of Prescription Painkillers Store out of reach of children Keep secure and out of sight Consider storing in a lockbox, safe or locked medicine cabinet Store Rx painkillers out of sight/preferably in locked drawer or cabinet
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Safe Disposal of Prescription Painkillers Never flush or pour down the drain Take unused prescription drugs to a collection program or event Wisconsin Department of Justice DRUG TAKE BACK days in spring and fall (some locations are permanent) doseofrealitywi.gov/drug-takeback/find-a-take-back-location/ Local Police Departments (call to find out if they will accept) Purchase mail-back packages from doctors, pharmacies, or police station