Description | : | OxyContin is a brand name for extended-release oxycodone, a potent opioid pain medication that is prescribed to treat moderate to severe pain. It is commonly used for individuals with chronic pain that requires continuous, long-term pain management, such as pain associated with cancer, back conditions, or severe injury. Because it is a powerful opioid, OxyContin has a high potential for abuse and addiction, and must be used with great care under medical supervision. |