Prozac is an antidepressant from the group of pharmaceuticals called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) and usually doesnât cause dependency.
Ritalin (methylphenidate) is a psycho-stimulator from the group of pharmaceuticals called amphetamines. It is used for treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy (excessive daily sleepiness). Amphetamines can cause dependency if they are used improperly over the long term. Cocaine is also a psycho-stimulator but is stronger than amphetamines and also causes dependency.
Vicodin (hidrocodone) is an opiate analgesic that can cause dependency if is used in the long term. All opiates are psycho-depressants.
According to your description, it seems likely that your mother is probably dependent upon both Ritalin and Vicodin. Treating addiction is not an easy thing and cannot be done alone. Your mother canât treat herself without medical supervision and can seek help from a specialist for treating addictions.