Euphoric Effect on the Body

Oxycodone enters the body and stimulates the opioid receptors, it results in physiological responses ranging from pain relief to euphoria. Increasing the dose of oxycodone results in a more severe response by the body.

Pain Relief

Oxycodone works on the body through the central nervous system by altering the user's sense of pain and emotional response to pain. Basically, it attempts to change pain messages being sent to the brain so the user will be relieved of moderate to severe or chronic pain.

OxyContin®

OxyContin® is time release form of oxycodone. OxyContin® contains oxycodone HCl, which is an opioid agonist that has an potential addiction similar to that of morphine. OxyContin® is formulated to release oxycodone HCl in a slow and steady pace when taken by oral ingestion.

Interactions

CNS depressants, such as other opioids may enhance the depressant effects of oxycodone. Alcohol may also enhance the depressant effect of oxycodone. Developing a tolerance is possible with oxycodone.