Prescription Drug

Evidence-based descriptions of the most popular Rx drugs and their effects. The full spectrum of prescription drug use from habit to addiction.

How to Stop Taking OxyContin

Stopping OxyContin suddenly isn't a good option for most people. Instead, you should slowly taper your dose under medica ...

Smoking OxyContin

Smoking OxyContin may get you mildly high, but it also can burn your eyes and throat or damage your lungs. We review ho ...

How long does OxyContin last?

OxyContin lasts for 12 hours and is an extended release medication containing oxycodone that's only taken twice a day. L ...

What is OxyContin used for?

OxyContin is used to manage pain. More on OxyContin's uses, side effects, how to identify problems with OxyContin here. ...

How does OxyContin work?

OxyContin works to provide pain relief by changing how the brain and body perceive pain. More on how OxyContin works her ...

How is OxyContin prescribed?

OxyContin is only prescribed by a medical doctor as an opiate medication used to help manage pain. OxyContin dosage may ...

Mixing OxyContin With Alcohol

Effects of mixing OxyContin and alcohol include euphoria and relaxation. But you can overdose and die when mixing OxyCon ...

How much OxyContin is too much?

How much OxyContin is too much depends on your exposure to opiates. In general, opioid naive people should not take more ...

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