Oxycodone & pregnancy

Oxycodone use deserves individualized pregnancy care.

Whether oxycodone is prescribed for pain or being used outside a prescription, pregnancy changes the risk-benefit discussion and makes a complete clinical assessment important.

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Important: Oxycodone exposure during pregnancy should be discussed with a clinician, whether the medication is prescribed or obtained elsewhere. Do not abruptly stop long-term opioid use without medical guidance.

Oxycodone and pregnancy

Oxycodone is an opioid pain medication that can lead to physical dependence. The appropriate next step depends on why it is being used, how much is being taken, how frequently it is used, whether other opioids or sedatives are involved, and whether dependence or opioid use disorder is present.

Information to share with the clinician

Whether oxycodone is prescribed, the dose, formulation, and how often you take it.
Any non-prescribed pills, fentanyl exposure, heroin, methadone, kratom, or other opioid use.
How you feel when you miss a dose, including withdrawal symptoms or strong cravings.
Other medications or substances that may increase sedation or overdose risk.

AssessDetermine whether the issue is pain treatment, physical dependence, opioid use disorder, or a combination.

Reduce riskReview overdose risk, unknown pill contents, and use of other sedating substances.

IndividualizeTreatment during pregnancy should be based on the patient's clinical situation.

Prescribed oxycodone vs. non-prescribed pills

Patients should tell the care team exactly what they are taking. Pills obtained outside a pharmacy may contain fentanyl or other unexpected substances, which changes the risk assessment and treatment plan.

Confidential support

You do not have to navigate this alone.

Speak with the care team about your medication or substance use, pregnancy, symptoms, and treatment history so an individualized plan can be developed.