Opioids are a class of drug that includes oxycodone, methadone, heroin and hydrocodone. When used correctly they provide relief from pain for patients with chronic illnesses. However, misuse can lead to addiction which is a dangerous condition that has been on the rise in recent years. In this blog post I have listed the most commonly used Opioids in the health care setting.
- Oxycodone (OxyContin, Percodan, Percocet)
- Propoxyphene (Darvon)
- Hydrocodone (Vicodin, Lortab, Lorcet)
- Hydromorphone (Dilaudid)
- Meperidine (Demerol)
- Diphenoxylate (Lomotil)
- Morphine (Kadian, Avinza, MS Contin)
- Codeine
- Fentanyl (Duragesic)
- Methadone
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