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Oxycontin is formulated as an extended release medication for pain. It is taken either twice or three times daily. Immediately after taking the drug some is released into the bloodstream. then, over time, the remainder of the drug is released via a time release mechanism. Initially it was thought that it would last 12 hours, but many have found the need to take it every 8 hours.

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