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James Hawthorne1, Pamela Stein, Madeline Aulisio
1University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Lexington, USA.
Abstract:
Oxycodone/acetaminophen is a combination of acetaminophen and the opiate oxycodone. It is an effective analgesic that is commonly prescribed postoperatively. The potential for misuse, diversion, abuse, and overdose with opiates in general is an area of increasing concern to all prescribing clinicians. This case report illustrates the possibility of a severe or potentially fatal outcome to a common prescribing practice. Caution is emphasized when prescribing opiates, and screening for substance misuse and suicide risk factors is recommended.
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