What are the differences between codeine vs oxycodone?

Below is an overview of codeine vs. oxycodone, along with answers to questions like “is codeine in oxycodone. read more

Oxycodone vs. codeine Oxycodone (OxyContin, Roxicodone, Oxecta) and codeine are both narcotic pain relievers. Both are also used as cough suppressants similar to morphine and hydrocodone. read more

When a comparison is being made between codeine vs. oxycodone, some of the main differences are the strengths and the potential for abuse. Oxycodone is more potent than codeine and is used for the treatment of more severe levels of pain as compared to codeine. read more

Codeine provides far less pain relief (approximately 12-20 times less than oxycodone. (ie. both potency and efficacy are far less) Codeine has antitussive activity (cough suppressant activity) whereas oxy does not. read more