What is OxyContin?

OxyContin is a prescription opioid pain reliever (narcotic) used to treat moderate to severe pain. It works by changing the way your body perceives and responds to pain.

You can buy OxyContin online through trusted pharmacies under medical supervision.

Important Information

  • Do not use OxyContin if you have:

    • Severe asthma or breathing problems

    • A blockage in your stomach or intestines

  • Misuse of OxyContin can cause addiction, overdose, or death.

  • Keep out of reach of others, especially children and people with a history of drug abuse.

  • Using OxyContin during pregnancy may cause life-threatening withdrawal in newborns.

  • Combining OxyContin with alcohol or other sedatives can lead to fatal side effects.

Before Taking OxyContin

Do not take OxyContin if you are allergic to oxycodone. Inform your doctor if you have ever had:

  • Breathing problems or sleep apnea

  • Drug or alcohol addiction, or mental health issues

  • Head injury or seizures

  • Liver or kidney disease

  • Urination problems

  • Gallbladder, pancreas, or thyroid issues

Pregnancy and breastfeeding:

  • Using OxyContin during pregnancy can cause neonatal opioid dependence, requiring medical care after birth.

  • Consult your doctor if breastfeeding, and monitor your baby for slow breathing or unusual sleepiness.

How to Take OxyContin

  • Take exactly as prescribed. Do not exceed the dose or duration.

  • Stop all other opioid pain medications when starting OxyContin.

  • Take every 12 hours with or without food. Food can help if you feel nauseous.

  • Swallow tablets whole; do not chew, crush, dissolve, or break.

  • Do not inject or inhale crushed tablets—this can be fatal.

  • Do not abruptly stop OxyContin. Taper your dose under medical supervision to avoid withdrawal, which may include:

    • Anxiety, restlessness, trouble sleeping

    • Watery eyes, runny nose

    • Nausea, diarrhea, sweating, muscle aches

    • Mood changes or sudden behavioral changes

Dosage

  • Adults not tolerant to opioids: 10 mg orally every 12 hours (initial dose)

  • Higher starting doses in opioid-naive patients may cause fatal respiratory depression.

Overdose

  • Symptoms: severe drowsiness, pinpoint pupils, slow or stopped breathing.

  • Naloxone may be prescribed to reverse an overdose.

  • Immediate medical attention is crucial in case of overdose.

What to Avoid

  • Alcohol – may cause severe or fatal effects

  • Grapefruit or grapefruit juice – may increase side effects

  • Driving or operating machinery until you know how OxyContin affects you

  • Medication errors – always check the brand and strength before taking

Side Effects

Common side effects:

  • Drowsiness, dizziness, headache, tiredness

  • Constipation, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting

Seek immediate medical help if you notice:

  • Shallow, noisy, or stopped breathing

  • Slow heartbeat or weak pulse

  • Confusion, unusual thoughts, or behavior

  • Seizures

  • Low cortisol: nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dizziness

  • High serotonin: agitation, hallucinations, fever, sweating, fast heart rate, muscle stiffness

Older adults or patients with chronic breathing disorders may have higher risk of serious breathing problems.