I have always wondered

karolinian
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What is the difference between oxycodone and hydrocodone?

Just curious. ty


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Submitted by karolinian on August 11, 2006 - 8:13am. login or register to post comments

phisher
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they are very similar in

they are very similar in many aspects; a couple of the major differences that i felt where of great significance are;

oxycodone is a sched II drug while hydrocodone is a sched III

oxycodone is considerably stronger than hydrocodone.

oxycodone is available readily w/out apap in stronger doses i.e., 15mg 30mg

all thoughts and opinions expressed are those of my own and should not be mistaken for medical advice. i am not a doctor nor a pharmacist. all medical questions should be answered by a licensed pharmacist, doctor, or primary care manager.


August 11, 2006 - 9:00am login or register to post comments

Rawoody
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...and the reason for the

...and the reason for the schedule difference.... Oxycodone has a higher "potential " for abuse.


August 11, 2006 - 4:28pm login or register to post comments