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Oxycodone

Also known as: oxy, oxycontin, percocet, oxynorm

A semisynthetic opioid analgesic developed in 1917, prescribed primarily for pain management. It has become extremely popular as a recreational drug in some areas, and carries a high potential for addiction. Reported as being a little more 'stimulating' than other opioids.

Dosage

Insufflated

Common: 7.5-15mg
Light: 2.5-7.5mg
Strong: 15-25mg

Oral

Common: 10-25mg
Light: 2.5-10mg
Strong: 25-40mg

Note: Dosages reflect that, while nasal bioavailability (BA) may be less than oral BA, nasal administration causes an additional 'rush' (due to quicker onset); this may lead to a subjective experience of greater strength than an equivalent oral dose.

Duration

Onset: undefined minutes
Duration: undefined hours
After effects: 1-24 hours

Timeline

After
1-24 hours
012h1d
Typical
Extended range

Effects

Pain reliefRespiratory depressionSedationConstipationCough suppressionDecreased libidoDifficulty urinatingItchinessNauseaPupil constrictionStomach crampsAppetite suppressionEuphoriaAnxiety suppressionDream potentiation

Half-life

2-4 hours

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