oxycodone INFORMATION
IMPORTANT NOTE:
OxyContin is available in the U.S. in dosages of 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg, 60 mg and 80 mg. Because of its sustained-release formula, it is usually effective for 8-12 hours. Oxycodone is a Schedule II controlled substance. Oxycodone is used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain and is available in both extended release ad immediate release tablets.
Oxycodone is used for the continuous treatment of pain and for those whose doctors have found them to be opiate tolerant. Oxycodone may be habit forming and should be taken exactly as directed.
Oxycodone patients should not take more of this medicine than prescribed or take it more frequently than prescribed. For those who have abused Oxycodone, a sudden discontinuation of use may result in withdrawal syndrome...
OxyContin have the potential for abuse and dependence. Purdue Pharma, which manufactures OxyContin , has been involved in legal action for misbranding practices and misleading the public about its potential for abuse, addiction and withdrawal. The company’s top executives pleaded guilty for related charges and paid millions of dollars in fines for marketing the drug aggressively for off-label use...
oxycodone-based drugs and they cannot be called in to a pharmacy. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, illicit use of prescription drugs – especially painkillers – is on the rise. Many are obtained through falsified prescriptions, “doctor shopping,” pharmacy diversion, theft and illegal sale and trade...
In the case of overdose, effects can be more serious. They include shallow breathing, cold and clammy skin, hypotension, pupil constriction, circulatory collapse, respiratory arrest and death...
