Description
Oxycodone 10 mg
Oxycodone 10 mg is a prescription opioid for moderate to severe pain. Learn uses, dosing guidance, risks, side effects, and safety tips.
Oxycodone 10 mg
Oxycodone 10 mg is a prescription opioid medication used for the management of moderate to severe pain. Classified as a narcotic analgesic, oxycodone works by binding to mu‑opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, altering the perception of pain and emotional response to discomfort.
🔹 Key Information
- Drug Class: Opioid analgesic
- Strength: 10 mg tablet (available in immediate‑release and extended‑release forms)
- Indications: Prescribed for pain that cannot be controlled with non‑opioid medications such as NSAIDs or acetaminophen
- Mechanism of Action: Provides analgesia by modulating pain signals in the central nervous system
- Pharmacokinetics:
- Onset: ~10–30 minutes (IR)
- Peak effect: 1–2 hours
- Duration: 3–6 hours (IR)
- Metabolism: Hepatic (CYP3A4, CYP2D6)
- Excretion: Renal
🔹 Side Effects
- Common: Constipation, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness
- Serious: Respiratory depression, dependence, tolerance, withdrawal symptoms
🔹 Precautions
- Use only under medical supervision
- Avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants
- Monitor for signs of misuse or opioid use disorder
🔹 Legal Status
- Controlled substance (Schedule II in the US) due to high potential for abuse and dependence.
- Distribution and use are strictly regulated.
