Product Description: OxyContin OC 80mg
Overview:
OxyContin OC 80mg is a high-strength, extended-release opioid analgesic prescribed for the management of severe, chronic pain requiring continuous, long-term opioid treatment. Containing 80mg of oxycodone hydrochloride, this formulation is designed to provide sustained pain relief over a 12-hour period. The OC (OxyContin Controlled) tablet features abuse-deterrent properties, helping to prevent misuse by making the tablet difficult to crush, break, or dissolve.
Key Features:
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Active Ingredient: Oxycodone Hydrochloride 80mg
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Form: Extended-release oral tablet (OC formulation)
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Indications: For opioid-tolerant patients with severe chronic pain
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Dosing: Twice daily, every 12 hours
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Abuse-Deterrent: Resistant to crushing, breaking, and dissolving to deter abuse
How It Works:
Oxycodone binds to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, modifying pain perception and providing potent analgesic effects. The extended-release design allows for a gradual, controlled release of oxycodone over 12 hours, ensuring consistent pain management.
Dosage & Administration:
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For opioid-tolerant individuals only
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Typical dosing: 80mg every 12 hours, adjusted by a healthcare professional
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Swallow tablets whole; do not crush, chew, or break to avoid overdose
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Can be taken with or without food
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Follow all medical guidance precisely
Warnings & Precautions:
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High potential for addiction, abuse, and misuse
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Risk of life-threatening respiratory depression
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Accidental ingestion, especially by children, can be fatal
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Use cautiously in patients with respiratory, liver, or kidney issues
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May cause neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome if used during pregnancy
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Avoid combining with alcohol or other CNS depressants
Side Effects:
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Common: Constipation, nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth
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Serious: Respiratory depression, severe sedation, allergic reactions, overdose symptoms
Storage:
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Store at room temperature in a secure place, away from children and pets
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Dispose of unused medication properly via drug take-back programs
Legal Classification:
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Schedule II controlled substance due to high abuse potential
