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Why Is Oxycontin Prescribed For Degenerative Disc Disease?
Question: I went to the ER today because I have degenerative narrowing of my C5 C6, the doctor prescribed Oxycontin SR--PO 10mg TBSR for pain. What is this? Is it a time release or something else. Thank you.
Brief Answer:
yes, it is controlled release or timed release tablet
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and report and understand your concerns. The imaging findings are of degenerative cervical spine changes.
The drug prescribed is OXYCODONE HCl CONTROLLED-RELEASE of opioid group.
The release is controlled or extended for better pain control throughout the day.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
yes, it is controlled release or timed release tablet
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and report and understand your concerns. The imaging findings are of degenerative cervical spine changes.
The drug prescribed is OXYCODONE HCl CONTROLLED-RELEASE of opioid group.
The release is controlled or extended for better pain control throughout the day.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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