About oxycodone hcl
Opioid pain reliever
Used for
- Relief of severe pain when other pain medicines are inadequate.
Usual adult dose
Doses are individualized; immediate-release oxycodone is commonly started at 5–10 mg every 4–6 hours as needed.
Usual dose in children
Specialist-prescribed, weight-based dosing for severe pain; varies by age and opioid exposure.
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Nausea or vomiting
- Drowsiness and dizziness
- Slow or shallow breathing
Important warnings
- Can cause addiction, dependence, and overdose, including fatal breathing suppression.
- Avoid alcohol and sedatives unless specifically directed by a prescriber.
- Use extra caution with breathing disorders, older age, or reduced liver or kidney function.
- Keep securely stored; accidental ingestion can be fatal, especially for children.
Pregnancy
Prolonged use can cause newborn withdrawal; use during pregnancy only when clearly needed and medically supervised.
Breastfeeding
May cause infant sleepiness or breathing problems; breastfeeding use requires medical supervision.
Interactions
- Benzodiazepines and other sedatives increase sedation and breathing risks.
- Alcohol increases drowsiness and potentially fatal breathing suppression.
- Some antidepressants and other medicines affect oxycodone levels or increase side effects.
- Opioid antagonists such as naloxone can reverse its effects.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.