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Oxycodone

The exact method this medication works is not known, but it increases the tolerance to pain.

It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Effective painkiller that treats moderate to severe pain.

This medication is available as a combination with other drugs (such as acetaminophen, aspirin, and ibuprofen).

Take this medication on a regular schedule as directed by your doctor, not as needed for sudden (breakthrough) pain.

** Do NOT increase your dose, take the medication more frequently, or take it for a longer time than prescribed. Properly stop the medication when so directed.**

You may experience some of the following side effects:
    *nausea
    *stomach pain
    *loss of appetite
    *vomiting
    *sleepiness
    *tiredness
    *drowsiness
    *dizziness,
    *lightheadedness
    *weakness
    *itching
    *headache
    *dry mouth
    *sweating
    *decreases in the ability to feel pain

Tell your doctor immediately if you experience these symptoms:
    *slowed/difficulty breathing
    *swelling of limbs or face
    *seizures
    *hives or rash

**Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely.

**Avoid alcoholic beverages.re sure you can perform such activities safely. 

Please consult your doctor/physician before considering alternatives and see if they are right for you.

*Tramadol
*Hydrocodone
*Naproxen
*Ibuprofen
*Morphine Sulfate
*Acetaminophen
*Aspirin

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Fast Facts

7

Million

The number of people have used OxyContin non-medically in their lifetime. 



2

Schedule II Drug

This medication has a high potential for abuse and has recognized medical uses. It has the pain-relieving effects that patients need and at higher doses has the euphoric effects that abusers seek.

53

Million

There were 53 million oxycodone prescriptions filled in 2013 by US pharmacies, according to NIDA. This translates to approximately one bottle of this addictive drug for every 6 people in the country.