I just got prescribed these. They said take 1 every twelve hours. I know you should never chew them. But can I cut them in half? How do they compare to hydrocodne 500mg I used to take 7.5-10mg every 4-6 hours. What's the equivalent between the two, hydrocodone and oxycodone. Oh and the are a grayish, lemon shaped tablet with 93 on on side and 33 on the other.
2007-03-12 16:28:30 · 3 answers · asked by moonlight bunny baby 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
HELLO ALL I JUST FLUSHED THEM. THEY WERE WAY TOO STRONG AND MADE ME ITCH SO BAD.
2007-03-14 16:32:54 · update #1
No, do not cut in half you will destroy the extended release feature if you do and could overdose. They are several times stronger than Hydrocodone.
2007-03-12 16:40:37 · answer #1 · answered by al 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Never cut, chew, smash, grind or otherwise alter the transmission capability of the prescribed medication. I think they put that sticker on the bottle...only kidding about the sticker. But no, altering the physical structure of the extended release tablet negates the 12 hour capability of the drug.
While both are opiate derivatives oxycodone's chemical structure offers enhanced analgesic relief from pain. Sorry but my college chemistry classes were far too long ago.
2007-03-12 17:35:05 · answer #2 · answered by iraq51 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
both medications extremely addictive and it is usually suggested to take them for a short period of time(like 1-2 weeks) Oxy 80s er I would consider better for pain management because of extended release. Not as likely to get ^ or dizzy.
2007-03-12 16:47:08 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You cannot cut these pills as they are extended release. If you cut them you won't get right amount released into your body. Do not cut, crush or chew these pills.
2007-03-12 16:32:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
yes
2007-03-12 16:41:14 · answer #5 · answered by Raymond B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OOOOOO They are awesome! I mean....ummm....Take as directed!
2007-03-12 16:48:25 · answer #6 · answered by Satan's Own™ 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋