Description

Oxycodone 5 mg

Oxycodone 5 mg is a potent opioid analgesic used to manage severe, chronic pain requiring around-the-clock treatment, often as extended-release tablets (e.g., OxyContin). It operates on the central nervous system to alter pain perception. Due to its high potential for addiction and fatal respiratory depression, it is a Schedule II controlled substance.

Key Considerations

Usage: Used for moderate to severe pain when other treatments are insufficient.
Formulations: Available as immediate-release (short-acting) or extended-release (12-24 hour) tablets/capsules.
Safety Warning: Do not chew, crush, or break extended-release tablets, as this can cause a rapid, potentially fatal dose release.
Side Effects: Common side effects include constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and lightheadedness.
Precautions: Avoid alcohol and driving until you know how this medication affects you.
Missed Dose/Overdose: If a dose is missed, skip it unless it is long before the next dose; never take double doses. Seek immediate medical help for signs of overdose, such as slow/shallow breathing.