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oxycodone hydrochloride
OXYCODONE HYDROCHLORIDE
oxycodone hydrochloride (OXYCODONE HYDROCHLORIDE) is a mu opioid receptor agonist. Associated with Amneal Pharma Europe Ltd. Route of administration: oral. Current US regulatory status: approved.
Drug details — oxycodone hydrochloride
- US status
- approved
- Class
- —
- Route
- ORAL
- Patents
- 0
- Programs
- 1
- Data quality
- 0.89
Quick answer
oxycodone hydrochloride (OXYCODONE HYDROCHLORIDE) is a mu opioid receptor agonist. Associated with Amneal Pharma Europe Ltd. Route of administration: oral. Current US regulatory status: approved.
Key facts
Mechanism of action
Mu opioid receptor agonist
Primary target: Mu-type opioid receptor
Approval history
| Authority | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|
| FDA | approved | — |
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Frequently asked questions
What is oxycodone hydrochloride?
oxycodone hydrochloride (OXYCODONE HYDROCHLORIDE) is a mu opioid receptor agonist. Associated with Amneal Pharma Europe Ltd. Route of administration: oral. Current US regulatory status: approved.
What is the brand name for oxycodone hydrochloride?
OXYCODONE HYDROCHLORIDE is a marketed brand name for oxycodone hydrochloride. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.
What is the US approval status of oxycodone hydrochloride?
oxycodone hydrochloride has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.