Oxycodone is a powerful opioid painkiller used in several prescribed medications across the UK – including OxyContin, Oxypro, Longtec, Reltebon, and Zomestine. Despite the drug improving the quality of life for millions of people, it is also one of the most abused prescription medications in the UK and this can quickly lead to oxycodone addiction. […]
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Both oxycodone and Percocet are commonly prescribed pain medications for a variety of conditions, but their misuse carries significant risks. While both contain the powerful opioid oxycodone, they differ in their formulations and intended uses. Understanding the nuances between oxycodone and Percocet is important for those seeking the appropriate pain relief, as doing so helps […]
Oxycodone Overdose: Signs, Side-Effects, & Dangers Of Overdosing On Oxycodone Side-Effects & Risks Of Overdosing On Oxycodone Before we discuss the side effects and risks of oxycodone use, we first need to discuss why and how it’s used. Oxycodone is an opioid pain medication that can be prescribed for moderate to severe pain. Think, broken […]
If you are dealing with pain from an injury, surgery, or chronic condition, it is possible that your doctor will prescribe medication for pain relief. There are many prescription pain medications out there but the two most common are hydrocodone and oxycodone. They have the ability to treat short-term and chronic or long-term pain and […]
Oxycodone is an opioid known for its high addictive potential. A semi-synthetic narcotic, it works by attaching itself to the brain cells’ opioid receptors, reducing pain and creating a sense of pleasure. Unfortunately, that pleasurable sensation makes oxycodone very likable, raising the risk for opioid use disorder (OUD). When those pleasurable sensations start to fade, […]
Oxycodone Hydrochloride Oral Solution is indicated in adults for the management of pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and for which alternative treatments are inadequate. Oxycodone Hydrochloride Oral Solution 100 mg per 5 mL (20 mg/mL) is indicated for the relief of pain in opioid-tolerant adults. Percocet and Oxycodone are commonly prescribed opioid […]
For many years, health care providers like me were told that we were undertreating pain and that pain was a vital sign that needed to be measured. Concurrently, we were reassured that opioids were a safe and effective way to treat pain, with very little potential for development of abuse. As a result, opioid prescriptions […]
Oxycodone addiction is a disease that occurs when someone becomes reliant on oxycodone to get through daily activities. It can be completely detrimental to every area of your life and can even be life-threatening. Opioid addictions, like oxycodone addiction, are a widespread issue among Americans. There are many short-term and long-term effects of oxycodone addiction […]
Oxycodone, sold under the brand name Roxicodone and OxyContin Oxycodone Oxycodone, sold under the brand name Roxicodone and OxyContin (which is the extended-release form) among others, is a semi-synthetic opioid used medically for the treatment of moderate to severe pain. It is highly addictive and is a commonly abused drug. It is usually taken by […]
Minimally psychoactive plants which contain mainly caffeine and theobromine List of psychoactive plants Minimally psychoactive plants which contain mainly caffeine and theobromine: cocoacoffeeguarana (caffeine in guarana is sometimes called guaranine)kolatea (caffeine in tea is sometimes called theine) – also contains theanineyerba mate (caffeine in yerba mate is sometimes called mateine)Most known psychoactive plants: cannabis: cannabinoidscoca: […]