PRESCRIPTION drugs have been lost in Stockton, sparking concerns that they could fall into the hands of youngsters.

The drugs were lost by a patient and include Tramadol, used to treat heart and respiratory problems.

They were in separate containers in a white Queen's Park Pharmacy bag.

North Tees Hospital duty manager Neil Billett said: "These are not controlled drugs, but they are still very powerful and should only be used by the patient who needs them."

He said they could be lethal if taken by someone who did not need them and anyone who finds them should hand them in to police.