| Mechanism & Usage: As a mu-opioid receptor agonist, it works in the central nervous system to reduce | |
| Pharmacokinetics: It is rapidly absorbed, with a shorter half-life than some opioids but sustained f |
Oxycodone is a potent, prescription-only semi-synthetic opioid analgesic used to manage severe, short-term (acute) or long-term (chronic) pain when other treatments fail. It works by binding to mu-opioid receptors in the central nervous system, altering the body's pain response. Common side effects include drowsiness, constipation, nausea, and dizziness. It carries high addiction risks, and stopping it abruptly can cause withdrawal