What Are the Dangers of Snorting Oxycodone?
Oxycodone is a prescription-only narcotic opioid painkiller available in a variety of prescription formulations–including instant- and extended-release pills. It is available in combination with acetaminophen as well. Oxycodone is a widely abused drug, and abusers often crush pills containing oxycodone and then snort the powder in order to achieve a faster onset of action and an initial euphoric “rush.” The dangers of snorting oxycodone are many, ranging from long term problems to those that are immediately life threatening.