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What Causes Fatigue While Taking Oxycodone?
I have been taking significant dosage of oxycodone for over three years. I try to wait not to take my first dosage until I get off from work. I have notice extreme fatigue (often falling asleep) more and more until after I eat lunch (which is when I take my first dose of oxycodone. Is this a possibly related? No other issues that I am aware of...
Wed, 12 Dec 2018
Hello,
Oxycodone is narcotic analgesic & can cause CNS side effects like Lightheadedness; dizziness; sedation; disorientation; incoordination.
You have developed a physical dependence on oxycodone. Evaluation is needed for your continuing need for therapy.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
Oxycodone is narcotic analgesic & can cause CNS side effects like Lightheadedness; dizziness; sedation; disorientation; incoordination.
You have developed a physical dependence on oxycodone. Evaluation is needed for your continuing need for therapy.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
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