Abstract: Oxycodone hydrochloride is a derivative of morphine. The pharmacological effects of the oxycodone hydrochloride is similar to morphine. There has been animal experiments show that oxycodone and morphine are similar in strengthening effect, and they have the same potential for psychological dependence. In the United States and Australia, oxycodone products are one of the most common drugs being diverted and abused. Although the single and compound preparations of oxycodone hydrochloride are both likely to cause abuse, In China, oxycodone acetaminophen(oxycodone hydrochloride compound) is managed in accordance with prescription drug, so it is more likely to be lossed and abused compared to the single preparation of oxycodone hydrochloride which is managed in accordance with narcotic drugs. Medical institutions and drug regulatory departments shall strengthen the management and monitoring of oxycodone acetaminophen to prevent loss and abuse.

Key words: oxycodone acetaminophen, dependence, abuse risk