Which of the Following Statements About OxyContin Is Incorrect

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about OxyContin is incorrect?

• A) OxyContin is a time-released formulation that is effective for up to 12 hours.
• B) The OxyContin active ingredient is morphine.
• C) OxyContin is usually prescribed for cancer patients and has become the drug of choice for addicts and teenage abusers.
• D) With the abuse of OxyContin on the rise, police in at least three states are reporting a record number of pharmacies being broken into.

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