Difference Between 30mg Oxycodone And Oxycontin (Page 3) (Top voted first)

I keep searching and STILL don¨t have a straight answer. I am currently on 30mg, 3 times a day of OXYCODONE (legally prescribed) for horrific back pain..... ¿WHAT is the difference between the 2, if any, besides the NAME? oxycodone AND oxycontin........ PLEASE help me out! thanks!

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You should try Cymbalta. I had a plate and screws put in my neck and the pain was awful. They had me on Percocet. The Cymbalta works better than a pain pill for me. It took a month but it was worth it! Hope all works out for you.

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OxyContin contains the narcotic ingredient in an extended release form the name OxyContin means oxycodone continuous release, you can also get oxycodone as an immediate release called oxycodone IR. the IR version comes in 5,10,15,20,&30 mg doses the extended release comes in 10,20,30,40,60,&80 mg doses. The extended release gives you the specified dose over a 12 hour period where the IR gives you the specified dose all at once. I take oxy 30's IR 5 times a day for a fractured spine and broken sacrum. I've been on it now for about 1 year. I used to take the OxyContin but it doesn't work as well for me. Also OxyContin is the brand name made by Purdue pharma. Hope this helps clarify your question

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From what I am reading it sounds like the pain specialist you are going to is a drug dealer. There are some doctors that only have cash patients and will write them for large amounts of pain pills and whatever else they want solely on their cash payment and not based on true medical need. Due to a rare incurable disease I see a pain specialist that is very cautious, becuase of how addicting these medications are. I would highly recommend you not continue to see this doctor; from what you have said, it does not sound as if he has your best interests in mind. My husband saw one of these "pain specialists" after a motorcycle injury and ended up in rehab for a very serious addiction. You have been very smart for not taking all of the medications as prescribed, but you are paying a doctor to give you poor medical advice. Good luck and you should be very proud of yourself for realizing this doctor was very wrong!

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All this confusion over simple question: "What is the difference in Oxycodone and Oxycontin"

Oxycontin is(oxycodone hydrochloride) Controlled-release Tablets for Oral Administration, brand name for Purdue Pharmaceuticals patented drug. As far as I know, there is no generic for "time release Oxycontin" at this time (May 2013)

Percocet is a brand name of either 10 or 5mg Oxycodone mixed with Tylenol, it is instant release.

Oxycodone is available in 5 to 80mg tablets without Tylenol, Tylenol does increase the effectiveness slightly

In short, the difference in Oxycontin and Oxycodone is Oxcontin is sustained relaes, Oxycodone is instant release. Same basic drug

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Iam a 55 year old male I have a knee replacement and need the other one done I used to be an athelete and really abused my body badly my back has terrible arthritis and im on dialysis yes I know thats alot but thats my life I have gone through all the anti inflamatorys and all the pain management stuff and all the pain pills you can shake a stick at. Its a shame that I have to live my life on oxycodone but its the only thing that gives my any relief i take 4 30 mg a day and they only work a little while I wish there was something better if you know of anything please help oh yeah prayer works better than anything God bless you all

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Oxycodone releases the full amount of mg into your system within 45-60min. Oxycontin release the mg over an 8 hour period, so if it is 30mg it is releasing almost 4mg per hour. Depending on your needs, and the severity of your pain, you will have to see what works best for you. Also depending on your insurance because Oxycontin does not have a generic, it can be quit expensive. Hope this helps.

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Hello everyone
I know this is a way out their question but can Pharm tell you who writes pain meds I know this is a bit of odd question but just thought I would asks

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Be very careful about how much you take and please don't up the strength. I had a hip replacement that went to Hell and I was on Oxycontin for over a year. It's nasty to have to wean off of. You already have pain, you don't even need addiction on top of that. Withdraw is the same as withdrawing from heroin. You will be sicker than you ever dreamed. It's like having a horrible flu for weeks and weeks. You should probably seek out a pain management specialist. Surgeons really can't handle the side effects and just want their patients to be as pain free as possible. That's a bad long term decision.

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What state do you live in? I know a great pain management doctor in Orange County California. He is accommodating and very considerate.

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I'm in OC Ca , can you help me out?

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hi, I have been taking 5/325 oxycodone/acetaminophen...I try to take as little as possible, but the label says 6 a day in three doses or as needed...I take only 4, because there is so much fear about this med. I am in interventional pain management (not working), had an epidural (didn't work either) and now several doctors, particularly the pain intervention doctor will NOT prescribe anything....I have to go to the physiatrist (who couldn't help me) but will prescribe. I had a very depressing incident with my pharmacy (no longer) who shorted me 30 pills but denies and there is no way I can prove it...they claimed it was double checked etc. and my offer to take a lie-detector test was blown off. I suggest that everyone receiving these meds should count them at the counter....I am suffering a great deal now because my name is on some registry and they think I got 50 pills recently. these seem to be "pellets of gold" and the doctors are afraid to prescribe them for fear of some govt. agency coming down on them....I am75 years old and have no desire to be thought of as a now or future addict. anyway, if someone can tell me the difference between oxycodone/acetaminophen and oxycodone 5mg hll and oxycodone/apap 5mg., I would really appreciate it.

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I have somewhat. of what you are going thur i also have RA bad i get 15mg. but. I have been on them so long I'm going to ask for 30MG. sorry. for you pain your. not alone and to top it off a am a type 1 uncontrollable. diabetic. it sux. good luck I'm trying for my ssl maybe. you should to.

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Its simply Oxycontin is a slow release of meds should only be taken every 12hrs,Oxycodone releases meds faster so it dont last as long,can be taken every 4hrs.

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I am currently on 6 30 mg oxycodone and 5 Percocet a day, I am 27 and have been in chronic pain for 6 years. I have had well over 100 surgeries due to birth defects. My doctor Is hoping to put a morphine pump in but I can honestly say that not even the meds I'm on help with my pain anymore. I just wish I wouldn't wake up most days. I fell for you all.

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I don't know what all the fuss is all about but I take 3x80 MG OxyContin's and 3x30 MG oxycodone's daily and I function just fine. I have two herniated discs L4 L5 L5 S1 and degenerative disk disease and also had a spinal fusion from L4 – S1 4 months ago. I'm currently on active duty U.S.Navy recruiter and recovering from back surgery once I am fit for full duty I will transfer to my next command, hopefully.

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Email me but depending in what part if Texas you're in I can get you into a really good doctor who can immediately help you with your pain. My sis has all the same problems and went to this doctor near Fort Worth and his office is amazing for pain management as well as sustained relief throughout your day! I however have a terminal disease in which I take oxycontin cr and use oxycodone ir for breakthrough which helps a lot! I only have to take OxyContin 2 times a day and they are 50mg the oxycodone for breakthrough pain is 10mg every 4-6 hours. They had me in hydrocodone but I was taking too many daily on top of the cortisone shots weekly. Ever since I have switched to oxy relief every 12 hours I'm no longer having to take a bunch f pills for pain all day and it actually works! Once you take hydrocodone your body becomes immune to it(as with any drug) but specifically with hydrocodone and it doesn't work if you need any more info don't hesitate to email me for the dr info in ft worth if needed. {edited for privacy}

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One is extended release and one is standard release.

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I read your email and was curious what state you reside that pain meds like that are prescribed. Because of the recent problem with percocet prescriptions, especially with CVS, there was a decrease in these prescriptions and physicians were being investigated for over prescribing in VA and PA. However, I am curious as to what type of doctor wrote your boyfriends prescription and his diagnoses. I am currently on nucynta and morphine prescribed by my pain specialist for CRPS and found little relief. I would rather not take any drugs. However, I am looking to see what the most effective drug or pharmacologic therapy is to date to treat the severe pain associated with CRPS. Has anyone considered medical marijuana and if so, is your Pain Mgmt Specialist permitted to write a prescription to treat CRPS. Appreciate any feedback...thank you

alex

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Not true , oxycodone comes in 5 10 15 20 and 30 mgs. Maybe your dr is telling you it only comes in 10 mgs so you dont ask for a higher mg.

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I had to comment because I just read in the paper today that CVS is being investigated for missing pain medication. Sounds like this may pertain to your case. I live near Modesto, ca. Im sure you can google it.

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