Oxycodone ER is a narcotic medication commonly prescribed to treat moderate to severe pain. This eMedTV resource describes how the drug works, offers dosing information, and explains what side effects may occur with treatment.
Common side effects of oxycodone ER include vomiting, sweating, and weakness. This eMedTV Web page lists other common side effects and also explains which problems are potentially serious and should be reported to your healthcare provider.
Oxycodone ER can help relieve moderate to severe pain. This article from the eMedTV site describes how the medication works for pain relief, lists possible off-label uses of oxycodone ER, and explains whether this drug should be given to children.
Since not everyone tolerates oxycodone ER the same, dosing must be individualized for each person. This eMedTV segment explains what your doctor may consider before recommending a dose of oxycodone ER and offers helpful tips on taking this medication.
Muscle relaxants, antihistamines, and sleep medications can cause oxycodone ER drug interactions. This eMedTV segment lists other drugs that may cause interactions and describes the potential effects of these interactions.
You should not take oxycodone ER if you have a bowel obstruction. This eMedTV article provides other precautions and warnings with oxycodone ER, including more information on who should not take this drug and a list of potential side effects.
