A drug company is developing a new drug,ligabamax,that they plan to market to treat chronic pain.However,initial tests suggest that the drug has high potential for abuse.Given that information,one might conclude that this drug would be placed on Schedule _____ once it has been approved for use.

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Schedule II drugs are substances with a high potential for abuse, but also have some accepted medical use with severe restrictions. This category includes drugs like cocaine, methamphetamine, and oxycodone. Since the drug in question is a treatment for chronic pain, it is likely to have some accepted medical use, but its potential for abuse means it would be highly restricted. Therefore, it would be categorized as a Schedule II drug.

A Drug Company Is Developing a New Drug,ligabamax,that They Plan