Oxycodone is a very powerful painkiller used to relieve pain ranging from moderate to severe. It is a derivative of opiates. Its effects are similar to those of heroin or morphine: feelings of grandiosity, increased energy, and a sense of invincibility.
The most common form is a tablet, but there is also an oral solution and an injectable form. Another way to classify it is by its release: fast (taken every 4 hours) or slow (taken every 12 hours). In excess, oxycodone can cause withdrawal symptoms (diarrhoea, vomiting, insomnia, chills, uncontrolled movements, etc.). In addition, the higher the consumption, the greater the tolerance to the substance. This means a higher amount of oxycodone is needed for symptoms to appear, leading in many cases to overdose.
Its use
Its use is not recommended for people with severe respiratory problems, and it should not be taken in combination with alcohol, or during pregnancy or breastfeeding, as it can cause withdrawal syndrome in the baby.
Years ago, it became the drug of choice among Hollywood celebrities, as not everyone can afford it. Prices per pill range from $20 to $40, and as it is a regulated medication, its price grows exponentially on the black market.
As a result of the manipulation and misuse that began to be made of oxycodone, the pharmaceutical company that manufactures it modified the pills in 2010 to make them harder to tamper with, and also launched a campaign about the risks of using this substance.
There is always a way out
To overcome any addiction, it is essential to have personalised medical follow-up. At CC Adicciones, we assess your situation and advise you on the treatment to follow.
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Are you concerned about medication dependence?
Some people start taking benzodiazepines, oxycodone, or other drugs under medical indication and, over time, feel they cannot reduce or stop them without discomfort. In these cases, it is important not to abruptly discontinue treatment and to seek professional supervision.
At CC Adicciones, we can guide you if there is dependence, withdrawal syndrome, loss of control, or consumption outside the indicated guidelines.
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