OXYCODONE

WHAT IS OXYCODONE?

Oxycodone is a prescription narcotic that is used medically for pain relief and is typically found in tablet form. This drug is highly habit forming even in prescribed doses. Oxycodone should not be used unless an individual has previously used a similar Opioid medicine and a tolerance has been built up for the drug.

STREET NAMES

 
512s, Percs, Kickers, Hillbilly Heroin, OC, Oxy, Poor Man’s Heroine, Oxy Cotton.

SYMPTOMS

 
An individual who is taking Oxycodone may experience any number of symptoms such as a sense of euphoria, drowsiness, changes in blood pressure, nausea, constipation, dry mouth, headache, sweating, vomiting or weakness in the muscles.

WITHDRAWAL

 
An individual who is in withdrawal from Oxycodone use will often experience cravings for the drug, restlessness, muscle pain, changes in sleep pattern, vomiting, muscle cramps, and diarrhea.