oxycontine information

I need some information how OxyContine works. My wife had terrible injury and since then she is on OxyContine treatment to relive the pain. I am worried that she may become addicted on OxyContine. Is it possible?

Well it is possible but most individuals who are prescribed OxyContin will not become addicted. They may become dependent on the drug and will experience withdrawal symptoms when use is stopped. OxyContin produces opiate-like effects. I know that it is sometimes used as a substitute for heroin. Illicit uses of OxyContin include crushing the tablet and ingesting or snorting it. Abusers mostly want to gain euphoric effects, relieve pain, and to avoid withdrawal symptoms. Those who take the OxyContin repeatedly can develop a tolerance or resistance to the drug's effects.

I had a total knee replacement on 7/5/07. After a long discussion with my surgeon, I was started on oxycontine for pain relief. I take it when I feel I need it. If an individual is not an addictive personality, there is little chance that they will become addicted to oxycontine.

This is bad information. OxyContin is to be prescribed only for patients who need continuous relief, not "as needed." So it's either a lie or a bad doctor. Most likely a lie, because if this person had a prescription, he or she would be able to see on the label how to spell the medication.

my friend is taking is taking oxycontin at 200mils and gabbypentin at 900mils a day for syringomyelia.his doctor told him yesterday that theres nothing more he can do for him,and all pain is the same?hes very down now.can you tell me what else he can try for his constant pain please.