Prescription pain relief medication, also known as opioid analgesics or prescription painkillers, are medications used to reduce pain, typically for moderate to severe pain, and are available only with a doctor’s prescription. Examples include oxycodone, hydrocodone, morphine, and codeine. These medications are powerful and carry risks of misuse and addiction, making them subject to strict regulations
Prescription pain relief medication, also known as opioid analgesics or prescription painkillers, are medications used to reduce pain, typically for moderate to severe pain, and are available only with a doctor's prescription. Examples include oxycodone, hydrocodone, morphine, and codeine. These medications are powerful and carry risks of misuse and addiction, making them subject to strict regulations