Oxycontin OC 20mg

Product Description: OxyContin OC 20mg

Overview:
OxyContin OC 20mg is a prescription extended-release opioid medication used for the management of severe, chronic pain that requires continuous, long-term treatment. Each tablet contains 20mg of oxycodone hydrochloride, designed to provide consistent pain relief over a 12-hour period. The OC (OxyContin Controlled) formulation includes abuse-deterrent properties that make the tablet difficult to crush, break, or dissolve, helping to prevent misuse and abuse.

Key Features:

• Active Ingredient: Oxycodone Hydrochloride 20mg

• Form: Extended-release oral tablet

• Use: For opioid-tolerant patients with severe chronic pain

• Dosing: Taken twice daily, every 12 hours

• Abuse-Deterrent: Designed to deter tampering and misuse

How It Works:
Oxycodone binds to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, altering the perception and response to pain. The extended-release formulation allows for a steady, controlled release over 12 hours, maintaining effective pain control.

Dosage & Administration:

• Intended only for opioid-tolerant individuals

• Typical dosage: 20mg every 12 hours, as prescribed by a healthcare provider

• Tablets must be swallowed whole; do not crush, chew, or break

• May be taken with or without food

• Follow all medical guidance strictly to avoid overdose

Warnings & Precautions:

• High risk of addiction, abuse, and misuse

• Risk of life-threatening respiratory depression

• Accidental ingestion, especially by children, can be fatal

• Use with caution if you have respiratory, liver, or kidney problems

• May cause neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome if used during pregnancy

• Avoid alcohol and CNS depressants during use

Common Side Effects:

• Constipation

• Nausea

• Drowsiness

• Dizziness

• Dry mouth

Serious Side Effects:

• Respiratory depression

• Severe sedation

• Allergic reactions

• Signs of overdose (slow breathing, loss of consciousness)

Saugojimas:

• Store at room temperature in a secure location

• Keep out of reach of children and unauthorized persons

• Dispose of unused medication properly via drug take-back programs

Legal Classification:

• Schedule II controlled substance due to high abuse potential