OxyContin Addiction Can Have Devastating Consequences
South Carolina’s opioid epidemic has affected people of all ages, races, genders, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Many individuals who struggle with opioid addiction have a history of abusing the prescription painkiller OxyContin.
About OxyContin
OxyContin is a timed-release formula of oxycodone, a narcotic analgesic used to treat moderate to severe pain associated with conditions such as injuries, surgical recovery, cancer, or arthritis. Typically, a pill contains between 10 and 80 milligrams of oxycodone to allow for up to 12 hours of pain relief.