Oxycodone/aspirin
Oxycodone/Aspirin
Oxycodone/Aspirin (pronunciation: oks i KOE done/AS pi rin) is a combination medication used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains Oxycodone, a narcotic pain reliever, and Aspirin, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
Etymology
The term "Oxycodone" is derived from codeine. The 'oxy' prefix refers to the oxygenation of the codeine molecule during synthesis. The term "Aspirin" is derived from the old botanical name for the willow tree, Spiraea, from which the compound was originally isolated.
Usage
Oxycodone/Aspirin is used to treat conditions such as arthritis and cancer pain. It works by changing the way the brain and nervous system respond to pain. Aspirin helps to decrease the pain and swelling. Oxycodone is an opioid pain reliever that acts on certain centers in the brain to give you pain relief.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Oxycodone/Aspirin include nausea, vomiting, constipation, lightheadedness, dizziness, or drowsiness. Serious side effects may include slow/shallow breathing, seizures, hearing changes (such as ringing in the ears), mental/mood changes, severe stomach/abdominal pain, difficulty urinating, signs of your adrenal glands not working well (such as loss of appetite, unusual tiredness, weight loss).
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Oxycodone/aspirin
- Wikipedia's article - Oxycodone/aspirin
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