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What are the four categories in which medicines are classified?

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1. there are really 5 schedules. Schedule 1 - High Tendency for abuse. Not available w/ a prescription. Ex. Herion Schedule 2 - Also High tendency. Maybe available w/ a prescription. Ex. Morphine Schedule 3 - Less potential for abuse or addiction. Maybe available w/ a prescription. Ex. Hydrocodone. Schedule 4 - Low potential for abuse. Avaliable w/ prescription Ex. Xanax Schedule 5 - Lower chance of addistion. Generally do not require a prescription. Ex Cough suppressants, Motrin.