Legality Of OxyContin Use & Possession

OxyContin is a highly potent painkiller that happens to be among the most commonly abused prescription drugs in the country. In 2013, there were 53 million oxycodone prescriptions filled in the US. This translates to one bottle for every six people in the country. The...

OxyContin Rehab: Inpatient vs Outpatient vs PHP Facilities

OxyContin Abuse Not everyone who abuses OxyContin is addicted, but abuse of prescription drugs can and often does lead to an addiction. Signs of OxyContin abuse can include: Taking higher doses than prescribed Taking OxyContin more often than instructed by a physician...

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OxyContin Detox & Withdrawal: Symptoms, Effects & Statistics

Understanding OxyContin OxyContin is a powerful, time-release and brand-name version of the opioid drug oxycodone. Oxycodone and other opioids are used to relieve pain that’s moderate to severe, and they’re available only by prescription. Opioids like OxyContin are...

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OxyContin Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, & Statistics

OxyContin Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, & Statistics

OxyContin and the Opioid Epidemic According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, prescription opioids are used to treat both acute and chronic pain. The CDC goes on to say that when these drugs are used appropriately, they’re an important part of...

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