Michael Jackson and Oxycontin WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Michael Jackson and Oxycontin
Reports indicate Michael Jackson may have been addicted to the narcotic drug OxyContin. It contains oxycodone and is available by prescription for the treatment of moderate to severe pain. Resources state this powerful narcotic was part of Jackson's daily regimen.1 The combination of OxyContin and Demerol may cause respiratory depression leading to cardiac arrest. Speculation suggests this powerful combination of drugs may be a contributing cause of his death on June 25, 2009. Toxicology reports are not scheduled to be released for several more weeks.2
Fast Facts:
- OxyContin came on the market in 1996 and has been associated with a high incidence of abuse.2
- Alternative names for OxyContin include OC, Oxy, OX, blue, oxycotton, hillybilly heroin, and kicker.3
- The euphoric, relaxation, and pain relief effects of OxyContin can last up to five hours.3
- A family attorney for the Jackson family states "drugs had been part of Jackson's life since the 1980s." 4
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Research Notes References
- ↑ ABC News: Exclusive: Police Say Michael Jackson 'Heavily Addicted' to Oxycontin
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Examiner.com: Police Say Michael Jackson Used Oxycontin Daily
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 EmaxHealth: Michael Jackson Death Brings Focus to Oxycontin
- ↑ The Huffington Post: Michael Jackson: A Merciful Ending?
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- Last update: Oct. 15, 2009
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