Oxynorm 5mg / 10mg / 20mg Capsules
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 26 November 2019
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Moderate to severe pain management.
Dosage (summary)
5 mg every 4-6 hours, titrate as needed.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding; may cause respiratory depression in newborns.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP450 inhibitors
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
- Alcohol
- Other opioids
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to oxycodone
- Severe respiratory depression
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Sedation
Counselling Points
- Do not chew or crush capsules
- Monitor for signs of dependence
- Taper off to avoid withdrawal symptoms
Serious warnings
- Risk of respiratory depression
- Potential for abuse and dependence
- Caution in head injury
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