oxycodone "as needed"

[dixon99]

apologies if this question seems ridiculous...i have 30 mg oxycodone pills. I want to split them in quarters and just take a quarter a few times( like maybe 3 quarter pills a week) a week. if I do this, and stick to it...would I have any risk at withdrawal? i just want to use this oxy and alcohol in moderation to take the edge off. (not drinking alcohol and taking oxy on the same day).

 

[T. Calderone]

If you are using them infrequently like the way you outlined, I don't think withdrawals would be an issue. Your question isn't ridiculous because it's good to be conscientious. Space out your doses and keep them low. You should be okay.

 

[Tubbs]

I'll second T. Infrequent use like that isn't likely to cause addiction, just be mindful that it stays infrequent.

Good luck to you.

 

[dixon99]

thank you both! that's my goal...to avoid addiction and tolerance. I just really need it to take the edge off right now. I know the key is sticking to this schedule and not increasing the dose or frequency.

 

[Tubbs]

You are very welcome, we're here to help.

 

[Lorne???]

Keep it infrequent, not, a couple times a week, and by the holidays multiple times per day-that never happens