THE EFFECTS OF OXYCONTIN

The effects of the drug consist of sedation, relaxation, cough suppression, constipation, papillary constriction, respiratory depression, euphoria and analgesia. OxyContin of 10 mg (when taken orally) is the same as taking a 10 mg of morphine, as a remedy for pain, in a normal person. The effects of OxyContin can last for as long as five hours in a person. OxyContin is generally prescribed for oral use.

OxyContin®, a sustained-release product, can give relief to a person for about 8-12 hours which is quite a long period.

Respiratory depression is the most severe threat linked with opiods, including OxyContin. Some of the ordinary side effects of opiods are weakness, sweating, dry mouth, headache, vomiting, faintness, sedation, constipation and nausea. Consuming a huge single dose of an opiod can cause death, as it will depress the respiratory system.

Just like other opiates, the abuse of OxyContin can cause dependence and tolerance in a person. Excess dosage of OxyContin can lead to serious depression of the respiratory system, floppiness of skeletal muscle, cold and moist skin, decrease in blood pressure and heart beat, coma, respiratory arrest and ultimately it will take the life of the person.  

If OxyContin is taken for a long period of time then it can also lead to dependence and addiction to the drug. The body will become accustomed to the existence of OxyContin and if the drug is decreased or discontinued then withdrawal symptoms will take place.