Kentucky Officials Sue OxyContin Manufacturer Due To Extensive Abuse In Appalachia
It is known by some as “hillbilly heroin” - OxyContin (oxycodone) abuse has become so extensive in Appalachia that Kentucky officials have sued Purdue Pharma, the manufacturers of the prescription painkiller. The lawsuit was filed by General Greg Stumbo, Kentucky Attorney General. The lawsuit, which aims to recover millions of dollars, is claiming reimbursement for drug abuse program costs, law enforcement and Medicaid prescription payments.
