Oxycontin OC 60mg

Product Description: OxyContin OC 60mg

Overview:
OxyContin OC 60mg is a high-dose, extended-release opioid medication prescribed for the treatment of severe, chronic pain that requires continuous, long-term management. Each tablet contains 60mg of oxycodone hydrochloride, delivered through a controlled-release mechanism over 12 hours. The OC (OxyContin Controlled) formulation features abuse-deterrent technology designed to reduce the risk of misuse and abuse by making the tablet difficult to crush, break, or dissolve.

Key Features:

• Active Ingredient: Oxycodone Hydrochloride 60mg

• Form: Extended-release oral tablet

• Indication: Management of severe pain in opioid-tolerant patients requiring consistent analgesia

• Dosing: Taken twice daily (every 12 hours)

• Abuse-Deterrent: Designed to deter manipulation and abuse

How It Works:
Oxycodone binds to opioid receptors in the central nervous system, reducing the perception of pain. The extended-release technology provides a steady release of medication, maintaining consistent pain control and minimizing the need for frequent dosing.

Dosagem e administração:

• Intended for opioid-tolerant patients only

• Typical dose: 60mg every 12 hours, individualized by a healthcare provider

• Tablets should be swallowed whole; do not crush, chew, or break to prevent overdose risk

• Pode ser tomado com ou sem alimentos

• Follow all prescribing instructions carefully

Warnings & Precautions:

• High risk of addiction, abuse, and misuse

• Can cause life-threatening respiratory depression

• Accidental ingestion, especially by children, can be fatal

• Use cautiously in patients with respiratory, liver, or kidney issues

• Use during pregnancy may cause neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome

• Avoid alcohol and CNS depressants while taking this medication

Common Side Effects:

• Constipation

• Nausea

• Drowsiness

• Tonturas

• Dry mouth

Serious Side Effects:

• Respiratory depression

• Severe sedation

• Allergic reactions

• Signs of overdose (slow breathing, unresponsiveness)

Storage:

• Store at room temperature in a secure, dry place

• Keep out of reach of children and unauthorized persons

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

Legal Status:

• Schedule II controlled substance due to high potential for abuse and dependence