Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Oxycodone Tablet

Oxycodone Tablet

Generic nameOxycodone
Drug classOpioid (narcotic) analgesic
FormsTablets, Extended-release (controlled-release) tablets, Capsules, Extended-release capsules, Liquid (solution)

Oxycodone is a strong painkiller that belongs to a group of medicines called opioids, similar to morphine. It comes as regular tablets, extended-release (controlled-release) tablets, capsules, and liquid. Brand names include OxyContin, OxyNorm, Longtec, and Shortec.

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