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USA, 2011

Heroine. Crack cocaine. Xanax. One of these drugs is the biggest cause of fatal drug overdoses nationwide-and yes it is legal. A modern game changer, the prescription drug business sees profits of more than $100 billion a year, not only affecting frequent drug users but mothers, teens, and even celebrities. 

Michael Jackson, Heath Ledger, Brittany Murphy, and Anna Nicole Smith are among Hollywood's finest to fall prey to the pill. Rapper Eminem fought this trend by entering rehab, saying it was the incredible ease of scoring meds that led to his addiction. 

Between bribed medical professionals and online "Rogue pharmacies", strong prescription medicine like Valium and Vicodin are falling into the wrong hands-with tragic consequences. CNBC's "Crime Inc.: Prescription Drugs" takes a close look at the drug world's understated killer.

Bron: HDTV CNBC

1080i / DD5.1