What is RoxyBond?
RoxyBond, an opioid pain medication, is used to treat moderate-to-severe pain. The extended-release form of oxycodone should not be used as needed for pain. RoxyBond can be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side effect of RoxyBond
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your lips, face, tongue, or throat. If you take opioid medicine, it can cause your breathing to slow down or stop. Death may result. If you are having slow breathing with long pauses or blue lips, someone caring for you may want to seek medical attention.
RoxyBond can cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Sighing, noisy breathing, shallow breathing, or breathing that stops while sleeping
- A low heart rate or a weak pulse
- Feeling lightheaded? That could be your body telling you it needs oxygen to function normally and is telling you something serious is happening to your physical wellbeing.
- Confuse yourself with unusual thoughts and behaviors.
- Seizure (convulsions);
- Low cortisol levels: nausea or vomiting; loss of appetite or dizziness;
- Serotonin levels are high in the body. This can cause agitation, hallucinations, and other symptoms.
Severe breathing issues are more prevalent among older adults, particularly those suffering from wasting syndrome or chronic breathing disorders.
Roxybond side effects may include:
- Drowsiness, headache, dizziness, tiredness,
- Constipation, stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting.
There may be other side effects.Call your physician immediately if experiencing side effects; for reporting side effects to the FDA please dial: 1-800-FDA-1088
Similar/related drugs
Aspirin, Acetaminophen, Tramadol, Duloxetine, Naproxen, Oxycodone, and Tylenol
Warnings
Misuse of opiod medication can cause addiction, overdose, or death. Store the medication away from others. Opioids used during gestation may produce withdrawal symptoms which pose life-threating dangers to their unborn infants. You can experience fatal side effects if you combine opioid medication with alcohol or other drugs that make you drowsy or slow down your breathing.
Before you take this drug
RoxyBond should not be used if:
- Severe asthma or breathing problems
- A blockage of the intestines or stomach
RoxyBond should only be used if you already use a similar opioid medication and are tolerant of it. The majority of brands of oxycodone have not been approved for people under the age of 18. OxyContin is not recommended for children younger than 11.
Notify your doctor of any of the following issues:
- Sleep apnea is a breathing problem.
- A head injury, or seizures;
- Mental illness or drug or alcohol abuse;
- Liver or kidney disease
- Urination problems can be caused by a number of factors.
- You may have problems with your thyroid, gallbladder, or pancreas.
Your baby may experience withdrawal symptoms after birth if you take opioids during gestation. Babies born dependent upon opioids may require medical assistance for several weeks postnatally. If you notice that your baby is drowsy or breathing slowly, tell your doctor.
How to take RoxyBond?
Read all the instructions on the label of your medication and follow them. RoxyBond should never be used in higher amounts or for longer periods than prescribed. If you find yourself wanting to take more RoxyBond, tell your doctor. Do not share opioid medication with anyone, especially if they have a history of drug abuse. MISUSE OF MEDICATIONS CAN CAUSE ADDICTION OR OVERDOSE. Store the medicine in a safe place that others can't reach. It is illegal to sell or give away opioid medication. RoxyBond extended-release is a great alternative to other opioid pain medications. RoxyBond can be taken with food.
Do not crush, chew, break, open, or dissolve the capsules. Do not chew, crush, break, or open. If you can't swallow the capsule, open it up and sprinkle some of the medicine on a spoonful or applesauce. The mixture should be swallowed immediately without chewing. Don't save the mixture for later. RoxyBond pills should never be crushed, broken to inhale powder, or mixed into liquids to inject into veins. This can result in death. Measuring liquid medicine is important. Use the provided dosing device or a dose-measuring tool (not a spoon). RoxyBond should not be stopped abruptly. You should follow your doctor's advice about reducing your dose. Store away from moisture, heat, and light. Track your medication. RoxyBond can be abused, and you need to know if someone is taking your medicine without a prescription or improperly. Keep leftover opioid medications out of the reach of children. One dose of this medication can be fatal for someone who uses it incorrectly or accidentally. You should ask your pharmacist about a drug disposal program. If there isn't a take-back program available, flush any unused medication down the toilet.
What happens if I miss the dose?
RoxyBond helps relieve pain, so you're unlikely to miss a dosage. If it's almost time to take your next dose, skip any missed doses. Never take two doses in one go.
What happens if I overdose?
Call the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222 or seek emergency medical care. An overdose of opioids can be deadly, especially if the person is a child or if they are using them without a prescription. You may be advised by your doctor to carry naloxone with you (a medicine that reverses an overdose). If you stop breathing or if you don't awaken, a person who cares for you can administer naloxone. You must still call for emergency medical assistance, and your caregiver may have to perform CPR on you while they wait. Naloxone can be purchased at any local pharmacy or health department. Make sure anyone who cares for you is aware of where and how you store naloxone.
What should be avoided?
Don't drink alcohol. Side effects and death can occur. You should avoid driving or operating machines until you are sure of how RoxyBond affects you. Dizziness and severe drowsiness may cause accidents or falls. Avoid medication errors. Check the strength and brand of the oxycodone that you receive from the pharmacy.
Interaction with other drug
If you stop or start taking certain medicines, you may experience breathing problems or withdrawal. You should tell your doctor if other medications are being used, such as an antifungal, blood pressure or heart medication, seizure medicine, HIV/hepatitis C, or a medication to treat HIV.
Opioid medications can interact with other drugs, causing dangerous side effects and even death. Tell your doctor if you use:
- Medications, bronchodilators, asthma/COPD medicine, or diuretics ("water pills");
- Medicines for motion sickness or irritable intestinal syndrome
- Other opioids: opioid pain medicine or cough medication;
- A sedative such as Valium—diazepam (alprazolam), lorazepam (lorazepam), Xanax (Klonopin), Versed, and others.
- Sleeping pills, muscle relaxants, medicines to treat mental disorders, mood disorders, or other drugs that slow down breathing
- Drugs that increase serotonin in the body, such as stimulants, medicines for depressive disorders, Parkinson’s disease, or migraine headaches
This list is incomplete, and other drugs can also affect RoxyBond. This includes over-the-counter and prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. This list does not include all possible drug interactions.
