Oxyratio
Oxyratio is a strong pain medicine (opioid) used to relieve severe pain in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and older.
Form
kapseli, kova
Strength
10 mg
Active Ingredient
Oxycodone hydrochloride
Manufacturer
ratiopharm GmbH
How to Use
Dosage
Typically, start with 5 mg every 6 hours. Your doctor may adjust the dose.
Method
Swallow the capsules whole with water, with or without food. Never crush, chew, or inject the capsules. Do not take with alcohol.
Important
Do not take Oxyratio more than 6 times a day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Feeling sleepy
- •Dizziness
- •Headache
- •Constipation
- •Nausea
- •Vomiting
- •Itching
- •Decreased appetite
- •Anxiety
- •Confusion
- •Depression
- •Sleep problems
- •Shaking (tremor)
- •Shortness of breath
- •Stomach pain
- •Diarrhea
- •Dry mouth
- •Skin rash
- •Excessive sweating
- •Weakness
RARE
- •Allergic reactions
- •Seizures
- •Mood swings or feeling agitated
- •Low blood pressure
- •Herpes simplex (cold sores)
- •Changes in weight
- •Hives (itchy skin rash)
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to oxycodone or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use if you have severe breathing problems or a serious, long-term lung disease (like COPD).
- Do not use if your bowels have stopped working (bowel blockage).
- This medicine contains an opioid and can lead to dependence or addiction. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to avoid misuse or overdose.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine, as it can increase drowsiness and the risk of serious side effects like slow, shallow breathing.
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- Avoid use during pregnancy if possible and do not use while breastfeeding, as it can harm the baby.
- This medicine can affect your ability to drive or use machines. Be careful until you know how it affects you.
- Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor, as it can cause withdrawal symptoms.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category C
Suitable for older adults, with specific precautions. Sedative. Reduce the dose already in mild renal impairment. Increases the risk of confusion and falling. Need for laxative is often necessary. Consider potential interactions. Avoid grapefruit. (updated 24.3.2025)