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Can oxycodone become addictive?

I am a 22 year old female. I was given oxycodone after my wisdom teeth surgery. Can oxycodone become addictive?

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Oxycodone can absolutely be addictive if taken over a period of time. It is an opioid drug and as all opioid drugs addiction potential is there.
Yes
Oxycodone is an opioid and is addictive.