Pros & Cons
Oxycodone-Acetaminophen Pros and Cons
- The combination of oxycodone and acetaminophen provides fast relief from moderate to severe pain within 30 minutes of taking a dose.
- It is available in a lower-cost generic form.
- You can take it as needed to manage pain.
- It is a combination of two medications in one pill for convenience.
- A liquid form of this opioid pain medicine is available for people who have trouble swallowing pills.
- You need to take oxycodone and acetaminophen every 6 hours for effective pain control.
- Pain relievers such as oxycodone and acetaminophen, which contain an opioid medicine, are habit-forming and carry a high risk of abuse and opioid addiction.
- Serious adverse reactions include life-threatening respiratory depression, which can be fatal.
- Stopping this medication suddenly can cause withdrawal symptoms.
- It is a controlled substance, and you need to meet special requirements before you will be given a prescription.
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