Description

Oxycodone 30 mg

Oxycodone 30 mg is a prescription opioid analgesic used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain. It belongs to the class of narcotic pain relievers and works by binding to mu‑opioid receptors in the central nervous system, reducing pain perception and altering emotional response to discomfort.

🔹 Key Information

• Drug Class: Opioid analgesic
• Strength: 20 mg tablet (available in immediate‑release and extended‑release formulations)
• Indications: Prescribed for pain management when non‑opioid medications are insufficient
• Mechanism of Action: Modulates pain signals in the brain and spinal cord
• Pharmacokinetics:
  • Onset: ~10–30 minutes (IR)
  • Peak effect: 1–2 hours
  • Duration: 3–6 hours (IR); up to 12 hours (ER)
  • Metabolism: Hepatic via CYP3A4 and CYP2D6
  • Excretion: Renal

🔹 Side Effects

• Common: Constipation, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness
• Serious: Respiratory depression, dependence, tolerance, withdrawal symptoms

🔹 Precautions

• Should only be used under strict medical supervision
• Avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants
• Monitor for misuse, opioid use disorder, and respiratory function

🔹 Legal Status

• Controlled substance (Schedule II in the US) due to high risk of abuse and dependence
• Distribution and prescribing are strictly regulated
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