Oxycodone Benefits & Uses

Oxycodone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pain

Oxycodone Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Pain Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pain Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Oxycodone Related Warnings

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.

Severe
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.

Severe
What is the effect of Oxycodone on the Kidneys?

Oxycodone rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Oxycodone on the Liver?

Side effects of Oxycodone rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Oxycodone on the Heart?

Oxycodone is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Oxycodone with Other Drugs

Oxycodone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Clotrimazole

Ciprofloxacin

Moderate

Atazanavir

Carbamazepine

Clarithromycin

Haloperidol

Oxycodone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oxycodone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Asthma
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Gastritis
Pancreatitis
Hypothyroidism
Diabetes Insipidus

Frequently asked Questions about Oxycodone

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.

Yes
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.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Oxycodone is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Oxycodone is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Oxycodone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oxycodone

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Oxycodone and food will interact.

Unknown
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.

Unknown