Summary
Oxycodone is a narcotic analgesic used to relieve pain, usually when other pain medicines have not worked well enough or cannot be tolerated. It acts on the central nervous system to reduce pain.
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Oxycodone is prescribed for chronic moderate to severe pain.
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It comes in both liquid and tablet forms, and the dosage depends on the form.
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Common side effects include opioid dependency/addiction, circulatory issues, psychiatric issues, chills, sweating, and fever.
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Alcohol and other medications can interact with oxycodone and increase the risk of complications.
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Responsible use of oxycodone involves being mindful of potential side effects and interactions.
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Summary
Oxycodone is used to relieve pain severe enough to require opioid treatment and when other pain medicines did not work well enough or cannot be tolerated. It belongs to the group of medicines called narcotic analgesics (pain medicines). Oxycodone acts on the central nervous system (CNS) to relieve pain.
Oxycodone (Oral Route) Description and Brand Names - Mayo Clinic
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Oxycodone is in a class of medications called opiate (narcotic) analgesics. It works by changing the way the brain and nervous system respond to pain. Oxycodone is also available in…
Oxycodone: MedlinePlus Drug Information
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Pills and tablets chewed or swallowedInhaling vapors by heating tablet on foilCrushed and sniffed or dissolved in water and injected How does it affect the body? Feelings of relaxation, euphoria,…
Oxycodone - DEA
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Oxycodone Brand names: Oxycontin, Oxypro, Longtec, Reltebon, Zomestine Find out how oxycodone treats severe pain and how to take it. About oxycodone Who can and cannot take it How and…
Oxycodone: medicine for severe pain - NHS
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Oxycodone, a semi-synthetic opioid, is a highly selective full agonist of the μ-opioid receptor (MOR). This is the main biological target of the endogenous opioid neuropeptide β-endorphin. Oxycodone has low…
Oxycodone - Wikipedia
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