oxycodone(OxyContin (ER), Roxicodone (IR), Xtampza ER)

Schedule II opioid analgesic (mu agonist)

Pronunciation

/ˌɒksɪˈkoʊdoʊn/

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At a glance

Generic name: oxycodone
Brand names: OxyContin (ER), Roxicodone (IR), Xtampza ER
Therapeutic class: Schedule II opioid analgesic (mu agonist)
Mechanism (summary):

Clinical pearls

Take only as prescribed; do not crush/chew ER tablets (deadly overdose risk).
Constipation is universal - start a bowel regimen on day one.
Avoid alcohol and unprescribed sedatives.
Keep locked up; risk of theft and accidental overdose, especially children.
Naloxone is recommended; ask about a prescription.

Related drugs in this class

morphine sulfate

MS Contin, Morphabond ER

Sources

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