What Is The Difference Between Oxycodone And Oxycontin (Page 2)
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I am taking 30 mgs. Oxycodone up to 3 pills per day for severe back pain. Years ago I was on Oxycontin and don't remember the mgs. What is the difference between these two medications. I believe Oxycontin is stronger if they are the same dosage, is that correct?

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Hello, Candy! How are you?

Oxycodone is the active ingredient in Oxycontin, it's just in a time released formulation that's designed to slowly release the medication over a period of 12 hours. So no, neither is stronger. It's just that the regular Oxycodone that you're taking now is released all at once, within 15 to 20 minutes of your taking it.

This medication carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, dry mouth and constipation.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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