Oxycodone is an active ingredient as well as a generic drug that is used in branded medications such as OxyContin, Roxicodone, etc. Oxycodone 40 mg is a narcotic analgesic that is used to treat chronic moderate to severe pain that may occur due to severe injury etc. 40 mg Oxy is available in the form of an oral capsule, solution, tablet, and injection. The dosage strength of this medicine is determined by a doctor.

The extended-release medicine is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for pain management when other drugs are not able to reduce pain. It is a prescription-only drug and cannot be used as an as-needed medicine.

How Does Oxycodone 40 mg Drug Work?

This drug is an agonist opioid that has a selective affinity to interact with a mu-receptor in the brain (Central Nervous System). After binding, it induces G-protein which acts as an inhibitor and it helps to reduce pain by blocking the pain signals between the body and the brain.

What is the Dosage Strength of Oxycodone 40 mg Medication?

The dosage strengths of Oxycodone 40 mg drug are as follows:-

Immediate-release form

• Oxycodone 5 mg
• Oxycodone 10 mg
• Oxycodone 15 mg
• Oxycodone 20 mg
• Oxycodone 30 mg
• Oxycodone 40 mg
• Oxycodone 60 mg
• Oxycodone 80 mg

Extended-release form

• 10 mg
• 15 mg
• 20 mg
• 30 mg
• 40 mg
• 60 mg
• 80 mg

Note: It may be availed in intravenous form in some other countries.

Side Effects of Using Oxycodone 40 mg Medicine

The most frequent Side effects of oxycodone include Vomiting, Nausea, Headache, Lightheadedness, Dizziness, Sedation, Constipation, and Sweating.

Adverse Side Effects

• Clammy skin (skin gets wet from sweating)
• Unusual thoughts
• Decreased appetite
• Itching
• Convulsions
• Cough
• Respiratory problems
• Difficulty in passing urine

Precautions

• You should drink enough water to prevent constipation.
• It is recommended to avoid grapefruit and its juice until your healthcare provider is advised to do so.
• Never abruptly stop this drug because it may cause withdrawal symptoms.
• You should not chew or crush this medication.
• You should avoid alcohol during treatment.