Why is this medication prescribed?   Return to top

The combination of oxycodone and aspirin is used to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Oxycodone is in a class of medications called narcotic analgesics. Aspirin is in a class of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs). Oxycodone works by changing the way the brain and nervous system respond to pain. Aspirin works by decreasing pain messages received by the brain.

How should this medicine be used?   Return to top

The combination of oxycodone and aspirin comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken every 6 hours as needed. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take oxycodone and aspirin exactly as directed. Oxycodone can be habit-forming. Do not take more or less of this medication or take it more often or for a longer time than prescribed by your doctor.

Do not stop taking oxycodone and aspirin combination without talking to your doctor. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually if you have been taking this medication for a long time.

Other uses for this medicine   Return to top

This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?   Return to top

Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom) and light. Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.

In case of emergency/overdose   Return to top

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Symptoms of overdose may include:

• mild burning in throat or stomach
• vomiting
• dizziness
• extreme drowsiness
• mental confusion
• double vision
• abnormally elevated mood
• seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist (hallucinating)
• difficulty breathing
• bluish color around lips, fingernails, or toenails
• cold, clammy skin
• fever
• restlessness
• irritability
• incoherent speech
• shaking hands that you cannot control
• seizure
• loss of muscle tone
• decreased urination
• unresponsiveness
• coma
• decreased heart beat

What other information should I know?   Return to top

Keep all appointments with your doctor.

Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

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