Oxycodone (Rx) (ox-i-koe’done)
Endocodone, M-oxy, OxyContin, OxyFAST, OxyIR, Roxicodone, Supeudol
Controlled Substance Schedule II
Action: Inhibits pain pathways in CNS, increases pain threshold, alters pain perception
Uses: Moderate to severe pain
Side effects/adverse reactions
CNS: Drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, headache, sedation, euphoria
GU: Increased urinary output, dysuria, urinary retention
INTEG: Rash, urticaria, bruising, flushing, diaphoresis, pruritis
RESP:Respiratory depression
Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, addiction (opiate)
