Description

OxyContin® (Oxycodone ER) – Extended-Release Opioid Pain Medication

OxyContin® is an extended-release (ER) formulation of oxycodone, designed for around-the-clock management of severe, chronic pain in opioid-tolerant patients. It is not for occasional or “as-needed” pain relief.Buy Oxycontin online

Key Features

✔ 12-Hour Pain Relief – Slowly releases oxycodone over time.Buy Oxycontin online
✔ High Abuse Potential – Can be crushed/snorted/injected for rapid euphoria (hence strict regulation)
✔ Only for Opioid-Tolerant Patients – Not for first-time opioid users
✔ Available Strengths: 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg, 60mg, 80mg

FDA-Approved Uses

• Severe, long-term pain (e.g., cancer, major injuries, chronic back pain)
• Not for post-surgery or short-term pain (immediate-release oxycodone preferred)

Dosing Guidelines

• Must be swallowed whole – Never crush, chew, or dissolve (can cause fatal overdose)

• Starting Dose (Opioid-Naïve): Not recommended – Immediate-release oxycodone is used first

• For Opioid-Tolerant Patients: Typically 10mg every 12 hours, adjusted based on pain control

• Maximum Dose: Varies, but exceeding 80mg every 12 hours is extremely dangerous

Serious Risks & Side Effects

⚠ Respiratory Depression (slowed/stopped breathing) – Can be fatal
⚠ Addiction & Dependence – Even when taken as prescribed
⚠ Common Side Effects:

• Constipation (often severe)

• Nausea/vomiting

• Drowsiness/dizziness

• Itching/sweating

Black Box Warnings (FDA)

1. High potential for abuse, addiction, and overdose

2. Life-threatening respiratory depression (especially in non-tolerant users)

3. Accidental ingestion by children can be fatal

4. Neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome (if used during pregnancy)

Drug Interactions (Can Be Deadly)

❌ Alcohol (increases sedation & overdose risk)
❌ Benzodiazepines (Xanax, Valium, Klonopin) – Major cause of fatal overdoses
❌ Other opioids, muscle relaxers, or sleep meds

Who Should NOT Take OxyContin?

✖ Non-opioid-tolerant patients
✖ People with severe asthma/COPD
✖ Those with bowel obstructions (paralytic ileus)
✖ History of drug abuse or addiction

Storage & Disposal

• Keep in a locked container – Prevents theft/misuse

• Dispose via take-back programs – Do not flush (except if FDA-approved disposal pouch is used)

Warning About Counterfeit Pills

• Fake “OxyContin” often contains fentanyl – Just 2mg can be lethal

• Never  from street dealers

Safe Use Guidelines

✅ Take exactly as prescribed
✅ Never share with others
✅ Avoid alcohol & sedatives
✅ Report any withdrawal symptoms (agitation, muscle pain, insomnia)

Addiction & Withdrawal

• Physical dependence develops quickly

• Withdrawal symptoms: Anxiety, sweating, nausea, diarrhea

• Medical detox is required – Do not stop suddenly

Help for Opioid Addiction

• SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

• Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT): Buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone

Final Warning

OxyContin is one of the most abused prescription drugs in the U.S. It should only be used under strict medical supervision for severe pain when no other treatments work.

If you or someone you know is struggling with opioid misuse, seek help immediately.