OxyContin is the most abused prescription drug of the last 20 years. Its similarity to heroin makes it a potently addictive drug. Some have even nicknamed it hillbilly heroin.
Articles tagged with painkiller
- Drug Manufacturers Working On Non-Crushable, Non-Dissolvable Painkillers to Lessen Addiction Potential
Purdue, the manufacturers of OxyContin, plans to follow suit with a modified type of the drug soon that may be even more resistant to tampering. The FDA is also reviewing similar products from other opioid manufacturers to see if they are safe and may lessen the risk of addiction. more...
- Questioning the Use of Opiod Painkillers Such as Oxycodone to Treat Workers' Comp Claims in California
Looks like a few doctors in California have some serious explaining to do. According to a recent study released by the California Workers' Compensation Institute (CWCI), the majority of serious narcotic prescriptions used to treat workers' compensation claims are coming from just 3 percent of doctors. more...