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Examples of drug (Opiates - Oxycodone)

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  • Oxycodone
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Mechanism of action (Opiates - Oxycodone)

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  • Opioid receptor agonist; acts on mu, kappa and delta on presynaptic neurones. This gives numerous effects that increase nociceptive thresholds throughout the central and peripheral nervous system.
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Indications (Opiates - Oxycodone)

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  • Moderate to severe pain relief in cancer patients
  • Postoperative pain
  • Severe pain
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Side effects (Opiates - Oxycodone)

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  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Constipation
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Important pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics (Opiates - Oxycodone)

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  • Available as long and short acting preparations
  • Predominantly metabolised by the liver.
  • Often administered via slow intravenous/subcutaneous infusion.
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Patient information (Opiates - Oxycodone)

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  • Nausea and constipation are common side-effects.

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