Abusers get around the time-release aspect of the drug by crushing it up, then snorting or injecting it. At Portland's University Hospital pharmacy, the oxycontin is kept under lock and electronic key, as pharmacies around the country take steps to avoid an increasing number of break-ins by criminals looking for it, and stealing by employees looking for easy money. Oxycontin has a powerful pull. Even among legitimate patients, getting off the drug is sometimes not easy. For Jim Blanton, the risks are worth it to be pain free.
Most doctors say that oxycontin is safe and effective when used correctly.
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