A warning's been issued against the use of prescription medicines from illicit sources.
It follows a report highlighting the availability of prescription drugs on the black market in the south Down and Newry areas.
The Department of Health says diazepam, quetiapine and gabapentin are in circulation.
It's warned the consequences of taking these medicines, especially with alcohol, are potentially fatal.
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