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Can Oxycodone Be Used As A Pain Killer For Drug Addicted Patient?
Question: Yes, what is wrong with using regular oxycodone? because of drug addicts all who suffer from chronic pain pay the price for it. I have seen this go on for over 40 yrs.
Brief Answer:
not sold as over the counter agents because of its addiction potential
Detailed Answer:
Hi Wiley
Welcome.
I have gone through your query.
You yourself have answered the question. Yes it is because of its addiction potential mainly, it can not be sold as over the counter medication. You need valid prescription to by this drugs.
Hope this helps. I'll be glad to address your further questions.
Take care
not sold as over the counter agents because of its addiction potential
Detailed Answer:
Hi Wiley
Welcome.
I have gone through your query.
You yourself have answered the question. Yes it is because of its addiction potential mainly, it can not be sold as over the counter medication. You need valid prescription to by this drugs.
Hope this helps. I'll be glad to address your further questions.
Take care
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