Overview.
To assist in the reduction of moderate to severe pain, this combination drug is used. Oxycodone, an opioid painkiller, and acetaminophen, a non-opioid painkiller, are both present. The brain-based effects of oxycodone alter how your body perceives and reacts to pain. A fever can be lowered by acetaminophen as well.
How to apply.
See also the Warning section.
Before you start taking oxycodone/acetaminophen and each time you get a refill, read the medication guide that your pharmacist has provided. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
As prescribed by your doctor, take this medicine orally. This medication can be taken with or without food. Taking this medication with food may help if you experience nausea. Inquire with your doctor or pharmacist about additional methods for treating nausea, such as lying still for one to two hours with minimal head movement.
If you’re taking this medication, avoid eating or drinking grapefruit unless your doctor or pharmacist says it’s safe for you to. The likelihood of this medication’s side effects can be increased by grapefruit. For more information, consult your physician or pharmacist.
Use a medication measuring device to precisely measure the recommended dose if you are taking this medication in liquid form. Use a proper measuring spoon; don’t use a regular spoon.
Your medical condition and treatment response will determine the dosage. Never take the medication in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Also, never take it more frequently. Stop taking the medication as instructed.
When taken as soon as pain begins to manifest, painkillers perform at their peak. The medication might not function as well if you wait until the pain has gotten worse.
Suddenly stopping this medication may cause withdrawal, especially if you have used it for a long time or in high doses. To prevent withdrawal, your doctor may lower your dose slowly. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if you have any withdrawal symptoms such as restlessness, mental/mood changes (including anxiety, trouble sleeping, thoughts of suicide), watering eyes, runny nose, nausea, diarrhea, sweating, muscle aches, or sudden changes in behavior.
When this medication is used for a long time, it may not work as well. Talk with your doctor if this medication stops working well.
Though it helps many people, this medication may sometimes cause addiction. This risk may be higher if you have a substance use disorder (such as overuse of or addiction to drugs/alcohol). Take this medication exactly as prescribed to lower the risk of addiction. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
Tell your doctor if your pain does not get better or if it gets worse.
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