Types of Oxycodone Treatment

Since the discovery of oxycodone in the early 20th century, there have been two distinct active forms of the drug to treat patients according to their pain: time release and rapid release.

One example of a common time released oxycodone drug is:

• OxyContin

An example of a rapid release oxycodone drug is:

• Roxicodone

Although both of these drugs are essentially the same, it should be noticed with caution when taking them. A person that is new to oxycodone or has a low tolerance to the drug should be aware when taking a rapid release form, as this can be fatal. In the same way, people who have used oxycodone over long periods of time may not get the desired effect with a time released version because of the tolerance they have built, which makes the need for a rapid release tablet to feel any relief. With either course, it is important to follow doctor’s prescriptions in order to safely use this drug.

How to Take Oxycodone

It is important to take the medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Both the time-released and rapid-release tablets may be dangerous if not taken properly. Do not crush, chew or break the extended-release tablet because it would result in too high of a dosage being administered at once. This could be extremely harmful to the patient. Only take as many pills as the doctor suggests. If it is not working, consult your doctor before upping your dosage.

Although both of these drugs are essentially the same, it should be noted with caution when taking them. A person that is new to oxycodone or has a low tolerance to the drug should be aware when taking a rapid release form, as this can be fatal. In the same way, people who have used oxycodone over long periods of time may not get the desired effect with a time released version, which makes the need for a rapid release tablet to feel any relief.

Examples of Oxycodone Treatment

There are literally thousands of different reasons to treat pain and most of them are simply treated with common store bought Tylenols and Ibuprofens. However, there are some cases where the pain is too severe and Tylenol or Ibuprofen products simply do not ease the pain effectively. Below are some examples of where oxycodone is the only effective answer:

Outpatient Surgery: Is an example using rapid release treatments of oxycodone for minor surgeries such as root canals, wisdom teeth or biopsy, in which the pain can be severe enough for a strong prescription such as oxycodone. Rapid release quickly takes care of the problem as the effects from surgery quickly heal.

Inpatient Surgery: Depending on the nature of his or her surgery, either rapid or time-released drugs can be suggested for pain. Anything from knee replacements to back surgeries are all good candidates for an oxycodone program.

Cancer: All of us have encountered or at least know someone who is fighting the ill effects of cancer. Because of the extreme nature of the disease and treatment of it, doctors will often prescribe oxycodone to relieve the pain, especially that of chemotherapy. Since cancer and its treatment is a continuous battle, most often the patient will be prescribed a time-released form to manage ongoing pain.

Oxycodone Addiction Treatment

Oxycodone is one of the most widespread, addictive, and readily available drugs today. Regular use results in physical and psychological damage and dependence.

There are thousands of people that have used, gone through treatment, and now live normal, healthy lives. If you or someone you know is an oxycodone user, i.e. Oxycotton, Killers and OC, most likely they are already an addict or are quickly becoming one.

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Oxycodone History

German chemist, Freund and Speyer, were the first to synthesize oxycodone from thebaine in 1916. The development of the drug was intended to replace heroin and morphine because of its harmful dependence. The drug has the same powerful effects as heroin and morphine, however it doesn’t last as long, thus lowering addict statistics.

• 1917 – first record of clinical use
• 1939 – first introduced to the US

Oxycodone Forms

Oxycodone can be used with many different binders to tailor treatment according to the patients needs. Here are their forms:

• OxyContin: Time released (TR); Most popular, it is the most sought after form for abusers, known as Hillbilly Heroin, OC and Killers.
• Roxicodone: Instant released (IR)
• Proladone: Suppository (Australia)
• Eukodol and Eucodol: Injectable oxycodone hydrochloride or tartrate (Europe)
  • Acetaminophen binder: Perocet, Endocet, Tylox, Roxicet
  • Aspirin binder: Percodan, Endodan, Roxiprin
  • Ibuprofen binder: Combunox

Pharmacology of Oxycodone

• Oral absorption of oxycodone: In rapid release form, such as Roxicodone, oxycodone takes full effect in approximately one hour. In extended release form such as OxyContin, oxycodone will take full effect in approximately three hours.
• Distribution of oxycodone: Oxycodone is distributed in the blood throughout the entire body. Because pain is the problem, IR form fortunately will take effect within 10 to15 minutes. Time released will start to reduce pain in about an hour.
• Metabolism of oxycodone: Although oxycodone is similar to morphine and heroin, it metabolizes the cytochrome P450 enzyme differently in the liver. As a result there can be many drug interferences.
• Elimination of oxycodone: After the drug has metabolized it is excreted through urination or sweat.
• Dispensation of oxycodone: Oxycodone can be administered through injection, rectally or orally. Over 60 percent prescribed forms of oxycodone are through oral administration.

Side Effects of Oxycodone

Side effects when properly used:

• Dry mouth
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Euphoria
• Lightheaded
• Diaphoresis
• Pruritus

Side effects of abuse and overdose:

• Bradycardia
• Shallow breathing
• Apnea
• Miosis
• Hyportension
• Circulatory collapse
• Respiratory arrest
• Death

Abuse of Oxycodone

Long-term use of oxycodone can come with severe withdrawal symptoms, especially if the user quits taking the meds abruptly, particularly in the case of abusers. The symptoms are much like any opiate-based drug such as:

• Insomnia
• Anxiety
• Muscle pain
• Flu symptoms
• Fever
• Muscle weakness
• Nausea

Oxycodone Addiction Treatment

Oxycodone is one of the most widespread, addictive and readily available drugs today. Regular use results in physical and psychological damage and dependence.

There are thousands of people that have used, gone through treatment, and now live normal, healthy lives. If you or someone you know is a oxycodone user, i.e. Oxycotton, Killers and OC, most likely they are already an addict or are quickly becoming one.

There is hope… Please call our toll free number today at (888) 371-5715. We are available 24 hours a day to answer any questions you might have about oxycodone addiction treatment. We are here to help.