Oxycontin: What is It?OxyContin is an opioid medication used to treat moderate-to-severe pain. It’s a member of a family of powerful drugs called opiates, and it acts on certain areas of the brain to reduce feelings of pain while also producing feelings of euphoria. OxyContincan be taken orally, or crushed and snorted or injected for a stronger effect. Although it’s often prescribed medicinally, its potential for abuse has resulted in it becoming popular as a recreational drug. Its highly addictive nature means that when misused,...
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