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 Oxycodone, is a semi-synthetic
opioid agonist derived from the baine, a constituent of opium. Oxycodone is a
Schedule II narcotic analgesic and is widely used in clinical medicine. The
pharmacology of oxycodone is similar to that of morphine, in all respects,
including its abuse and dependence liabilities. Pharmacological effects include
analgesia, euphoria, feelings of relaxation, respiratory depression,
constipation, papillary constriction, and cough suppression.
Oxycodone
is prescribed for the relief of moderate to high pain under pharmaceutical
trade names as OxyContin® (controlled release), OxyIR®, OxyFast®
(immediate release formulations), or Percodan® (aspirin) and Percocet®
(acetaminophen) that are in combination with other nonnarcotic analgesics.
Oxycodone's behavioral effects can last up to 5 hours.The controlled-release
product, OxyContin®, has a longer duration of action (8-12 hours).
The DRUGCHECK® Drug of Abuse Test yields a positive result when the
Oxycodone in urine exceeds 100 ng/mL. |
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