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Teen Abuse of Cough and Cold Medicine

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This content is from an educational collaboration between WebMD Editorial and StopMedicineAbuse.org.

Dangers of DXM Abuse

Why 1 in 10 Teens Abuse DXM in Cough Medicine Nearly half of medicines sold over the counter contain DXM. It's cheap, easy to get -- and very dangerous.
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Mistakes Parents Make

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10 Things to Tell Your Teen

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Talk to Your Kids about Cough Medicine Abuse

Teens who have talked to their parents about the risks of drug and medicine abuse are 50% less likely to abuse drugs and medicines.

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