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Compare Oxycontin vs. Xtampza ER

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  • Oxycodone (OxyContin)
    Xtampza er (oxycodone)
  • Oxycodone (OxyContin)
    Xtampza er (oxycodone)

  • Summary of Oxycontin vs. Xtampza ER

    Summary for Opioid
    Prescription only

    OxyContin is an extended-release (long-acting) form of oxycodone. It's an opioid that's used to treat long-term pain when non-opioid pain medications alone don't provide enough relief. OxyContin is approved for adults and certain children aged 11 years and older, and it's also available as a lower-cost generic. The tablets are taken by mouth every 12 hours. Common side effects include constipation, nausea, and sleepiness. Oxycodone (OxyContin) is a controlled substance because it has a warning for misuse and dependence.

    Summary for Opioid
    Prescription only

    Xtampza ER is an extended-release form of oxycodone and it's an opioid medication. It's used in adults to treat long-term pain that isn't relieved by non-opioid pain medications. Xtampza ER (oxycodone) is a capsule that's taken by mouth every 12 hours. Xtampza ER (oxycodone) is available as a brand-name medication only; there's no lower-cost generic yet. Common side effects include nausea, headache, and constipation. Xtampza ER (oxycodone) is a controlled substance because it has a warning for misuse and dependence.

  • Indications of Oxycontin vs. Xtampza ER

    Indications for
    •Long-term pain that isn't relieved by non-opioid pain medications alone
    Indications for
    •Long-term pain that isn't relieved by non-opioid pain medications alone

  • Pros and Cons of Oxycontin vs. Xtampza ER

    Pros and Const for Opioid
    Pros
    •Might help with long-term pain that's not completely relieved with non-opioid pain relievers
    •Pain-relieving effects last for 12 hours after a dose
    Cons
    •Only available as a tablet that must be swallowed whole
    •Not used to treat sudden pain
    •Must slowly lower the dose to stop the medication after long-term use to avoid withdrawal symptoms
    Pros and Const for Opioid
    Pros
    •Might help with long-term pain that's not completely relieved with non-opioid pain relievers
    •Continues to relieve pain for up to 12 hours after a dose
    •Can open the capsules and sprinkle contents onto soft food or into an empty cup for people who can't swallow capsules whole
    Cons
    •Taken every 12 hours
    •Not meant to be used to treat sudden pain because it takes 1 hour to start working
    •Must slowly lower the dose to stop the medication after long-term use to avoid withdrawal symptoms

  • Common Side Effects of Oxycontin vs. Xtampza ER

    Common Side Effects for
    •Constipation (23%)
    •Nausea (23%)
    •Sleepiness (23%)
    •Dizziness (13%)
    •Itching (13%)
    •Vomiting (12%)
    •Headache (7%)
    •Dry mouth (6%)
    •Weakness (6%)
    •Sweating (5%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Nausea (17%)
    •Headache (14%)
    •Constipation (13%)
    •Sleepiness (9%)
    •Itching (7%)
    •Vomiting (6%)
    •Dizziness (6%)

  • Warnings of Oxycontin vs. Xtampza ER

    Common Side Effects for
    •Potential for addiction and misuse
    •Dangerously slow breathing (respiratory depression)
    •Risk for opioid overdose
    •Difficulty concentrating and extreme sleepiness
    •Drug interactions
    •Harm to newborn babies
    •Physical dependence and withdrawal
    •Low blood pressure
    •Low adrenal hormone levels
    •Seizures
    Common Side Effects for
    •Potential for addiction and misuse
    •Dangerously slow breathing (respiratory depression)
    •Risk for opioid overdose
    •Difficulty concentrating and extreme sleepiness
    •Drug interactions
    •Harm to newborn babies
    •Physical dependence and withdrawal
    •Low blood pressure
    •Low adrenal hormone levels
    •Seizures

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