OXYCODONE HYDROCHLORIDE vs OXYCONTIN
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
New
Pharmacy pays
$0.08 /mL
$0.08 /mL
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
OXYCODONE HYDROCHLORIDE
OXYCODONE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Solution, Tablet, Tablet, extended release
Tablet, extended release
Drug class
Opioid Agonist
Opioid Agonist
Boxed warning
None
Half-life
about 3.5 to 4 hours
about 3.5 to 4 hours
Treats
Postoperative Pain
Postoperative Pain
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Oxycodone Hydrochloride or Oxycontin?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.08 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Oxycodone Hydrochloride and Oxycontin?
Both Oxycodone Hydrochloride and Oxycontin share the active ingredient Oxycodone Hydrochloride.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.