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Is Oxycodone vegetarian?

Oxycodone

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Oxycodone is a semi-synthetic opioid derived from thebaine, used medically to treat moderate to severe pain. It is sold under brand names such as Roxicodone and OxyContin and is available in immediate-release and controlled-release forms.

Also known as Morphinan-6-one, 4,5-alpha-epoxy-14-hydroxy-3-methoxy-17-methyl-
INCI name Oxycodone
CAS number 76-42-6
EC number 200-960-2
CosIng ID 81527
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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