Oxycodone Addiction

Oxycodone addiction is caused by long term intake of the prescription painkiller oxycodone, a narcotic analgesic for moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone, which can be habit-forming, is an opium derivative and also the active ingredient in the painkillers Percodan® and Percocet®. Oxycodone binds to the pain receptors in the brain so that the sensation of pain is reduced. Oxycodone addiction can easily occur. The drug can be habit forming, so care must be taken to follow the doctor's instructions when taking Oxycodone. Do not take a larger dose, or take it more frequently, or take it for longer than the doctor has prescribed.

Since oxycodone’s FDA approval in 1995, the illegal use of oxycodone has increased significantly and the drug has attracted media attention.

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