| Brand Name | OxyContin, Roxicodone |
| Generic Name | Oxycodone |
| Drug Class | Mu-Opioid Receptor Agonist |
| Availability | Prescription |
| Manufacturer | Purdue Pharma |
| Indications | Pain management (acute or chronic) |
| Type | Tablet, Capsule, Oral Solution |
| Doses | 5-10 mg orally every 4-6 hours as needed for pain |
| Route | Oral |
| Side Effects | Nausea, constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, respiratory depression |
| Interactions | CYP3A4 substrate; caution with inhibitors and inducers |
| Overdose | Same as above. |
| Missed Dose | Take missed dose ASAP. |
| Contraindications | Severe asthma, respiratory depression, paralytic ileus. |
| Alternatives | Morphine, Oxycodone, Methadone |
| Co-Pay Assistance Program | Available Rx |
| Patient Assistance Program | Not available |
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Oxycodone is used to treat moderate to severe pain, often in patients with chronic pain or post-surgical pain.
Oxycodone works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, reducing pain perception and increasing pain tolerance.
Common side effects include drowsiness, constipation, nausea, and dizziness.
Yes, Oxycodone can be taken with or without food, but it is often taken with food to reduce stomach irritation.
Oxycodone should only be used during pregnancy if the potential benefit outweighs the risk. Consult your doctor before using it during pregnancy.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it�s almost time for the next dose. Do not take two doses at once.
Oxycodone typically works within 30 minutes to an hour to relieve pain.
Oxycodone can be used long-term under medical supervision, but there is a risk of dependence, tolerance, and misuse.
Yes, Oxycodone can interact with other central nervous system depressants, such as benzodiazepines and alcohol.
If you experience severe side effects like difficulty breathing, confusion, or a slowed heartbeat, seek immediate medical attention.
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