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M-Oxy, OxyContin, Oxyir, Percolone, Roxicodone, |M-Oxy

M-Oxy

Generic Name: oxycodone (ox i KOE done)
Brand Names: M-Oxy, OxyContin, Oxyir, Percolone, Roxicodone

What is oxycodone?

Oxycodone is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It is a pain reliever.

Oxycodone is used to treat moderate-to-severe pain.

Oxycodone may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about oxycodone?

Oxycodone may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, other antihistamines, other pain relievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and muscle relaxants. Dangerous sedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur if oxycodone is taken with any of these medications.

Never take more oxycodone than is prescribed for you. Taking too much oxycodone could result in serious side effects, even death. If your pain is not being adequately treated, talk to your doctor.

Who should not take oxycodone?

Oxycodone is habit forming and should only be used under close supervision by patients with an alcohol or drug addiction.

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have

• kidney disease;
• liver disease;

• asthma;

• urinary retention;

• an enlarged prostate;

• hypothyroidism;

• seizures or epilepsy;

• gallbladder disease;

• a head injury; or

• Addison"s disease.

You may not be able to take oxycodone, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.

How should I take oxycodone?

Take oxycodone exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Never take more oxycodone than is prescribed for you. Taking too much oxycodone could result in serious side effects, even death. If your pain is not being adequately treated, talk to your doctor.

Occasionally, empty Oxycontin tablets may be passed out in the stool. This is not a problem. The active medication has been absorbed in the body and the empty tablet shell may appear in the stool.

To ensure that you get a correct dose, measure the liquid form of oxycodone with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist where you can get one.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose of this medication. Wait the prescribed amount of time before taking the next dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Symptoms of an oxycodone overdose include slow breathing, seizures, dizziness, weakness, loss of consciousness, coma, confusion, tiredness, cold and clammy skin, and small pupils.

What should I avoid while taking oxycodone?

Oxycodone may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, other antihistamines, other pain relievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and muscle relaxants. Dangerous sedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur if oxycodone is taken with any of these medications.

Oxycodone side effects

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

• slow, weak breathing;

• seizures;

• cold, clammy skin;

• severe weakness or dizziness; or

• unconsciousness.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take oxycodone and talk to your doctor if you experience

• constipation;

• dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, or decreased appetite;

• dizziness, tiredness, or lightheadedness;

• muscle twitches;

• sweating;

• itching;

• decreased urination; or

• decreased sex drive.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect oxycodone?

Oxycodone may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, other antihistamines, pain relievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and muscle relaxants. Dangerous sedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur if oxycodone is taken with any of these medications.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with oxycodone. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has additional information about oxycodone written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Oxycodone is available with a prescription generically and under several brand names. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Roxicodone 5 mg--white, scored tablets

• Roxicodone Solution 5 mg per 5 mL (1 tsp)

• Roxicodone Concentrated Solution 20 mg per 1 mL

• OxyIR 5 mg--beige/orange capsules

• Oxycontin 10 mg--round, white, convex, unscored tablets

• Oxycontin 20 mg--round, pink, convex, unscored tablets

• Oxycontin 40 gm--round, yellow, convex, unscored tablets

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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