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OxyContin
oxycodone (ox i KOE done)
M-Oxy, OxyContin, Oxyir, Percolone, Roxicodone |
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What is the most important information I should know about
OxyContin?
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Do not crush, chew, or break controlled-release forms of oxycodone
such as Oxycontin. Swallow them whole. They are specially
formulated to release oxycodone slowly into your system. Breaking
them would cause too much drug to be released into the blood at
one time leading to a potentially fatal dose of oxycodone. |
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Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. OxyContin will cause drowsiness or dizziness.
If you experience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities. |
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Avoid alcohol while taking OxyContin. Alcohol will greatly
increase the drowsiness and dizziness caused by OxyContin and
could be dangerous. |
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OxyContin may increase the effects of other drugs that cause
drowsiness, including antidepressants, other antihistamines, other
pain relievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and muscle
relaxants. Dangerous sedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur
if OxyContin is taken with any of these medications. |
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Never take more OxyContin than is prescribed for you. Taking too
much OxyContin could result in serious side effects, even death.
If your pain is not being adequately treated, talk to your doctor. |
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Do not share this medication with anyone else. |
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OxyContin is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It
is a pain reliever. |
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OxyContin is used to treat moderate-to-severe pain. |
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OxyContin may also be used for purposes other than those listed
in this medication guide. |
Who should not take OxyContin?
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OxyContin is habit forming and should only be used under close
supervision by patients with an alcohol or drug addiction. |
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Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have |
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You may not be able to take OxyContin, or you may require a
dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you
have any of the conditions listed above. |
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OxyContin is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it
is unlikely to cause birth defects. However, OxyContin may
cause addiction and withdrawal symptoms, difficulty
breathing, as well as other harmful effects in a newborn baby
when taken during pregnancy. Do not take OxyContin without
first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. |
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OxyContin may cause addiction and withdrawal symptoms,
difficulty breathing, and sedation in a nursing infant. Do not
take OxyContin without first talking to your doctor if you are
breast-feeding a baby. |
How should I take OxyContin?
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Take OxyContin exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not
understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor
to explain them to you. |
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Take each dose with a full glass of water. |
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OxyContin can be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. |
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Never take more OxyContin than is prescribed for you. Taking too
much OxyContin could result in serious side effects, even death.
If your pain is not being adequately treated, talk to your doctor. |
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Do not crush, chew, or break controlled-release forms of
oxycodone such as Oxycontin. Swallow them whole. They are
specially formulated to release oxycodone slowly into your system.
Breaking them would cause too much drug to be released into the
blood at one time leading to a potentially fatal dose of oxycodone. |
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Occasionally, empty Oxycontin tablets may be passed out in the
stool. This is not a problem. The active medication has been
absorbed in the body and the empty tablet shell may appear in the
stool. |
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To ensure that you get a correct dose, measure the liquid form
of oxycodone with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not with
a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device,
ask your pharmacist where you can get one. |
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Do not stop taking OxyContin suddenly if you have been taking it
continuously for more than 5 to 7 days. Stopping suddenly could
cause withdrawal symptoms and make you uncomfortable. Your doctor
may want to gradually reduce the dose. |
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Increasing the amount of fiber and water (six to eight full
glasses) in your diet may alleviate constipation. |
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Do not share this medication with anyone else. |
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Store OxyContin at room temperature away from moisture and heat
and out of the reach of children. When treatment with OxyContin is
no longer needed, any remaining medication should be destroyed by
flushing down the toilet. |
What happens if I miss a dose?
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Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Do not take
a double dose of this medication. Wait the prescribed amount of
time before taking the next dose. |
What happens if I overdose?
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Seek emergency medical attention. |
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Symptoms of an OxyContin overdose include slow breathing,
seizures, dizziness, weakness, loss of consciousness, coma,
confusion, tiredness, cold and clammy skin, and small pupils. |
What should I avoid while taking OxyContin?
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Avoid alcohol while taking OxyContin. Alcohol will greatly
increase the drowsiness and dizziness caused by OxyContin and
could be dangerous. |
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OxyContin may increase the effects of other drugs that cause
drowsiness, including antidepressants, other antihistamines, other
pain relievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and muscle
relaxants. Dangerous sedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur
if OxyContin is taken with any of these medications. |
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Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. OxyContin will cause drowsiness or
dizziness. If you experience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these
activities. |
What are the possible side effects of OxyContin?
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If you experience any of the following serious side effects,
stop taking OxyContin and seek emergency medical attention or
contact your doctor immediately: |
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an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your
throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives); |
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severe weakness or dizziness; or |
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Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur.
Continue to take OxyContin and talk to your doctor if you
experience |
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dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, or decreased appetite; |
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dizziness, tiredness, or lightheadedness; |
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decreased urination; or |
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Do not stop taking OxyContin suddenly if you have been taking it
continuously for more than 5 to 7 days. Stopping suddenly could
cause withdrawal symptoms and make you uncomfortable. Your doctor
may want to gradually reduce the dose. |
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Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk
to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is
especially bothersome. |
What other drugs will affect OxyContin?
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OxyContin may increase the effects of other drugs that cause
drowsiness, including antidepressants, other antihistamines, pain
relievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and muscle
relaxants. Dangerous sedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur
if OxyContin is taken with any of these medications. |
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Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with
OxyContin. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any
prescription or over-the-counter medicines. |
Where can I get more information?
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Your pharmacist has additional information about OxyContin
written for health professionals that you may read. |
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Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of
children, never share your medicines with others, and use this
medication only for the indication prescribed. |
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information contained herein is not intended to cover all possible
uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions,
allergic reactions, or adverse effects. If you have questions
about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor, nurse or
pharmacist. |
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