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Pill Diferences Of Oxys

Updated May 2, 2011
dee dee Says:
Sat, April 30, 2011

what is the difference between oxycodone and oxycontin?

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Verwon Says:
Mon, May 2, 2011

Oxycodone is the active ingredient in Oxycontin, it is a narcotic analgesic.

However, there are 3 different formulations of Oxycodone that are available.

Oxycontin is a time released formulation that is taken every 12 hours for severe, chronic pain and there is no generic for it available.

Roxicodone is a regular release formulation of Oxycodone and it is available as a generic and the name brand.

OxyIR is an instant release formulation, which is also available as a generic.

Oxycodone may cause side effects, such as: dizziness, nausea, constipation and drowsiness.

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