Oxicodona 30 mg

Oxycodone is a powerful opioid that can be helpful when used judiciously for pain. However, it can cause physical dependence and addiction. Long-term therapy is approved by the FDA for the treatment of pain severe enough to require long-term continuous opioid treatment and for which there are no alternative options for treating the pain. The equivalent dose ratio of oxycodone to morphine is approximately 1 to 1.5 for immediate-release formulations and 1 to 2 for extended-release formulations. This activity reviews the indications, effects The immediate-release formulation of oxycodone is approved by the FDA for the treatment of moderate to severe acute or chronic pain, for which the use of opioid medications is considered appropriate and for which other treatment strategies pain management are insufficient. The formulation of secondary releases and contraindications of oxycodone and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in helping patients manage their pain.

Goals:

Identify the mechanism of action of oxycodone.
Describe the adverse effects of oxycodone.
Review the contraindications of oxycodone.
Summarize the importance of collaboration and communication within the interprofessional team to improve care coordination and help patients manage their pain effectively and safely.