Definition of Drug misuse

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Illegal drugs are drugs that have been banned, by law, for use in this country. It is illegal to possess or supply banned drugs. Some illegal drugs have been categorised as prescription-only, meaning that they may only be used if prescribed by a doctor, but are illegal to use, possess, or supply, in any other circumstances.

Drug misuse or abuse, are the terms used to describe the use of illegal, prescription-only, or over-the-counter drugs, for purposes other than intended by the manufacturer or a doctor.

Taking drugs in quantities not intended by the manufacturer or a doctor can also be defined as drug misuse or abuse.