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Oxycodone is a synthetic opioid pain medication used to treat moderate to severe pain which works by binding to receptors in the brain and spinal cord, decreasing pain perception and producing feelings of pleasure and euphoria. Oxycodone is available in various forms, including pills, liquids, and extended-release formulations, and is often prescribed after surgery, injury, or for chronic pain conditions.

However, oxycodone is also highly addictive and has a high potential for abuse and overdose, especially when taken in large doses or used for non-medical purposes. Misuse of oxycodone and other opioids has contributed to the opioid epidemic in the United States, with many people becoming addicted and suffering from an overdose, death, and other serious consequences of opioid abuse.