Description

Oxycodone 20mg

Oxycodone 20mg is a powerful semi-synthetic opioid that is used to treat moderate to severe pain following surgery, injury, or chronic diseases such as cancer. It is available in both immediate-release (IR) and extended-release (ER) formulations, with the 20mg dose being more typically utilized for opioid-tolerant patients.

Medical applications include treating acute pain, such as after surgery or fractures.

Chronic pain (e.g., cancer-related or severe arthritis)

Palliative Care (pain alleviation during terminal disease)

Not approved for:

Mild pain (NSAIDs such as ibuprofen are recommended)

Long-term use without strict supervision (high addictive risk)

How It Works.
Binds to mu-opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, inhibiting pain signals and causing bliss.

IR tablets (e.g., Roxicodone): Work in 15-30 minutes and last 3-6 hours.

ER pills (e.g., OxyContin): release over 12 hours.

Dosage and Administration
Adults (opioid-naive): Begin with 5-10mg IR every 4-6 hours (20mg is too much for beginners).

Adults (tolerant): 20mg IR every 4-6 hours; 20mg ER every 12 hours.

The maximum daily dose varies, however it is frequently about 80mg without tolerance.

Critical Rules:

Take precisely as instructed (never modify the dosage without visiting a doctor).

Never crush, snort, or inject ER tablets (they can cause a lethal overdose).

Avoid drinking (there is a danger of respiratory arrest).

Side effects are common.

drowsiness, dizziness, constipation.

Nausea, dry mouth, and slight exhilaration

Serious (Get Emergency Help):

Respiratory depression (slow, shallow breathing)

Hypotension (very low blood pressure).

opioid-induced hyperalgesia (increased pain sensitivity)

Addiction and Dependence: Schedule II restricted drug (high abuse potential).

Tolerance develops fast, leading to the risk of dose escalation.

Symptoms of withdrawal include anxiety, perspiration, diarrhea, and muscle cramps.