The term adverse effect, however, refers to the unexpected, non-
therapeutic effect of the drug that may pose a threat to an individual. Adverse effect may call for interventions such as lowering the drug dosage and stopping the medication.
The following are some of the usual
side effects of Oxycontin: constipation, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, pruritus (skin itching), headache, dry mouth, sweating, and asthenia (body weakness). Because you now understand what the term side effect means, you automatically recognize that the previously enumerated symptoms should not cause you severe anxiety because they are expected and will not last long.
Alternatively, the usual adverse
effects of Oxycontin are respiratory depression, apnea (temporary cessation of breathing), respiratory arrest, severe allergic reactions (severe rashes and skin itching, swelling of the mouth), somnolence (sleepiness), hallucinations, seizures, tremors, and vision changes. If you experience the aforementioned reactions while you’re on Oxycontin, it is very important to report to doctor as soon as possible. Such reactions are not normal and may require serious interventions.
Indeed, it really does make a big difference to know the
therapeutic effects, side effects, and adverse
effects of Oxycontin because it lets you know when to seek consult immediately to a doctor.