Description

Oxycodone – Prescription Opioid Pain Reliever

Oxycodone is a potent semi-synthetic opioid used to treat moderate to severe pain, typically after surgery, injury, or for chronic conditions like cancer. It is classified as a Schedule II controlled substance in the U.S. due to its high potential for abuse, addiction, and overdose.Buy Oxycodone online

Available Forms & Strengths

• Immediate-Release (IR):

  • Tablets: 5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg,Buy Oxycodone online

  • Liquid solution: 5mg/5mL

• Extended-Release (ER):

  • OxyContin®: 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg, 60mg, 80mg

  • Designed for around-the-clock pain management (not for PRN use)

Mechanism of Action

• Binds to mu-opioid receptors in the brain/spinal cord

• Alters pain perception and produces euphoria (leading to abuse potential)

Medical Uses

✔ Post-surgical pain
✔ Severe trauma/injury
✔ Cancer-related pain
✔ Chronic pain (only when alternatives fail)

Dosing Guidelines

• Opioid-Naïve Patients: Start with 5mg IR every 6 hours

• Titration: Adjusted based on pain control/tolerance

• ER Formulations: Taken every 12 hours (never crushed/chewed)

• MAX Daily Dose: Varies; some ER formulations cap at 288mg/day

Risks & Side Effects

⚠ Common:

• Nausea/vomiting

• Constipation (often severe)

• Drowsiness/dizziness

• Itching/sweating

⚠ Serious:

• Respiratory depression (can be fatal)

• Addiction/dependence (even at prescribed doses)

• Adrenal insufficiency (long-term use)

• Serotonin syndrome (if combined with SSRIs)

Black Box Warnings

• High abuse potential (oral, snorted, or injected)

• Life-threatening respiratory depression

• Accidental ingestion by children can be fatal

• Neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome (if used in pregnancy)

Drug Interactions

❌ Alcohol (increased sedation/overdose risk)
❌ Benzodiazepines (e.g., Xanax, Valium – deadly combo)
❌ Other CNS depressants (sleep meds, muscle relaxers)

Storage & Disposal

• Keep locked away to prevent misuse/theft

• Dispose unused meds via take-back programs (DO NOT flush)

Who Should Avoid Oxycodone?

✖ Patients with respiratory depression
✖ Untreated hypercapnia
✖ Paralytic ileus
✖ Severe asthma/COPD

Warning About Illicit Use

• Counterfeit “oxy” pills often contain fentanyl – a single fake pill can kill

• Withdrawal symptoms (muscle aches, insomnia, nausea) occur if stopped abruptly

Safe Use Guidelines

• Never share prescriptions

• Avoid dose increases without doctor approval

• Use lowest effective dose for shortest duration

For addiction help: Contact SAMHSA (1-800-662-4357) or seek medical detox.

This medication requires extreme caution and should only be used under direct physician supervision for legitimate pain needs.