
Oxycodone
Narcotics (Opioids)What is it?
Semi-synthetic opioid drug prescribed for pain as Tylox®, Percodan®, OxyContin®. Derived from the poppy plant, has high potential for abuse.
Street Names
Hillbilly Heroin,
Kicker,
OC,
Ox,
Roxy,
Perc,
Oxy,
How is it used?
Pills and tablets chewed or swallowedInhaling vapors by heating tablet on foilCrushed and sniffed or dissolved in water and injected
How does it affect the body?
Feelings of relaxation, euphoria, pain reliefAddictiveChronic use of oxycodone with acetaminophen may cause severe liver damageOverdose may lead to coma and possible death.