How long after taking oxycontin can you take hydrocodone for breakthrough pain?

Any time: The time is probably not important. The important question is why would a 32 year be dependent on multiple narcotic medications?

As directed: As directed by your prescribing physician. Usually if you have been on a stable dose of oxycontn for several days, you have achieved a relatively stable blood level of the drug. This is why it is scheduled to be taken at regular intervals (eg. Every 12hr). In this case, bt medication can be taken irrespective of last long acting med dose. You really need to discuss bt pain with your physician.