Question 1

what is the definition or description of: oxycontin allergy?

Accepted Answer

Oxycontin Allergy: OxyContin (oxycodone) is an opioid pain reliever. Allergic reactions to medications could include swelling of tongue, throat, lips, mouth, face, hives or difficulty breathing.

Question 2

allergy to oxycontin?  is that possible?  how do you know?  could a person be allergic to all opioids?

Accepted Answer

Opioids: Opioids can cause release of histamine in the skin and cause itching and hives, so anything related to them can cause such a reaction and it is usually managed by premedicating with an antihistamine such as Benadryl (diphenhydramine) if an opioid is necessary.

Question 3

what is a good way to quit oxycontin?

Accepted Answer

Quit oxycontin: Decrease the dose and frequency of use over time. The best is to gradually get off, make changes every 1-2 weeks until you are totally off.

Question 4

what exactly does a person's body go through if he overdoses on oxycontin?

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Death: Opioid overdose causes initially sedation, possibly nausea and vomiting, followed by respiratory depression and death.

Question 5

can oxycontin be considered as a blood thinning agent?

Accepted Answer

No: Oxycontin is a prescription opioid medication.

Question 6

what effects does oxycontin have on a males sex drive?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Oxycontin is the extended release form of oxycodone. When those meds are used for a long time, they have an anti-androgenic effect possibly causing trouble with the sex drive. For specifics, please consult your physician.

Question 7

what are the side effects of oxycontin on a type 1 diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Same as everyone : The possible side effects are the same as with non-diabetics (constipation, nausea/vomiting, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, rash, sweating, ...).  I really can't see how Oxycontin will behave differently in someone with diabetes.

Question 8

is it a good idea to go to sleep if i think i've overdosed on oxycontin?

Accepted Answer

NO: If you think you have overdosed get to the er immediately.  Respiratory despression can result in death and falling asleep can make this more likely to happen.

Question 9

what are the long term effects of a oxycontin addiction? is it possible to overdose even if someone has been using them for years ?

Accepted Answer

Many, and they can: The natural history of opioid abuse is escalation of dose, which is usually gradual but is sometimes quite rapid, until major toxic effects of opioids become problems - severe constipation, weight gain, sleep apnea, and overdose with the potential for prolonged coma, brain damage and death. The amount of money needed results in criminality, and switching to IV use and heroin is common.

Question 10

could a five panel drug test test fox oxycontin?

Accepted Answer

This site is: meant to provide information that is helpful medically and not as a means to obtain information that will be used otherwise which is what I think you are after.   There are many "five panel" drug tests and you will simply have to take your chances.

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