Indicated for: moderate to severe pain
Route of administration: oral
Substance: oxycodone + naloxone (opioid analgesic + opioid antagonist)
ATC: N02AA55 (Nervous system | Opioids | Natural opium alkaloids)
This medicine may affect your ability to drive or use machines.
This medicine may cause dizziness or vertigo.
This medicine may cause dependence or be misused.
May slow breathing, especially with alcohol or sedatives.
Avoid alcohol during treatment.
This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.
Use during breastfeeding only on medical advice.
Use during pregnancy only on medical advice.
Older people may have an increased risk of side effects.
Do not stop treatment abruptly without medical advice.
This medicine may cause drowsiness or reduced alertness.
The combination of oxycodone and naloxone is used for the treatment of severe pain requiring continuous opioid analgesic administration. Oxycodone is a potent opioid analgesic, while naloxone is an opioid antagonist that reduces the risk of opioid-induced constipation.
The medication is taken orally, usually as extended-release tablets, as directed by your doctor. It is important to follow the prescribed dosage to avoid the risk of dependence or other adverse effects.
Side effects may include nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, or, in rare cases, respiratory depression.
Patients should inform their doctor about any other medications being used or pre-existing conditions, such as respiratory or liver diseases, to ensure the safe use of this combination.