What is Oxycodone? Oxycodone is sold under the brand names Roxicodone and OxyContin, which is the extended-release formulation. This semi-synthetic opioid is prescribed to manage moderate to severe pain. It changes how your body perceives pain, effectively blocking pain signals. However, it is also a commonly misused medication and has a high potential for addiction. Oxycodone comes in various forms, including slow-release tablets, regular pills, capsules, oral liquid, and fast-acting injections. The extended-release pills are designed for continuous use to manage severe and chronic pain that requires long-term treatment, while the faster-acting options are intended for use as needed for acute (short-term) pain. Uses of Oxycodone Oxycodone is available in various forms, including a liquid solution, concentrated solution, tablet, capsule, extended-release tablet (Oxycontin), and extended-release capsule (Xtampza ER). The solution, concentrated solution, pills, and capsules are usually t...