2. What is Oxycodone?
Oxycodone is a semisynthetic opioid synthesized
from the Persian poppy and opium poppy. It is a
moderately potent opioid analgesic, generally
indicated for relief of moderate to severe pain.
3. Methods of Use
The most common ways to use
oxycodone are:
-Orally
-Snorting
-Injection
-Rectal administration.
4. Short Term Effects
▪ Nausea.
▪ Vomiting.
▪ Loss of appetite.
▪ Dry mouth.
▪ Constipation.
▪ Dizziness.
▪ Stomach pain.
▪ Drowsiness.
5. Long Term Effects
▪ Liver damage
▪ Kidney damage
▪ Slowing of the section of brain
responsible for learning
6.
7. Treatment
▪ Medication interventions
including detoxification and
maintenance treatment.
▪ Behavioral therapies with
motivational incentives.
▪ Family therapy and education.
▪ 12-step support.
9. (not so)Fun Facts
Oxycodone goes by the names O, OC, oxy, and hillbilly heroin.
The United States Consumes the Most Oxycodone Per Capita.
Detox Can Be Dangerous
