Oxycodone is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oxycodone is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Oxycodone safe for pregnant women?
Oxycodone shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Oxycodone safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Oxycodone. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Oxycodone on the Kidneys?
Oxycodone rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oxycodone on the Liver?
Side effects of Oxycodone rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Oxycodone on the Heart?
Oxycodone is not harmful for the heart.
Oxycodone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oxycodone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxycodone habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Oxycodone. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Oxycodone. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Oxycodone is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oxycodone is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oxycodone
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Oxycodone and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxycodone
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Oxycodone with alcohol will be.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Oxycontin®(oxycodone hydrochloride)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 962-965
