Originally Posted by bobinjeffmo

OxyContin is an every 12 hour drug so I've never heard of it being taken the way you are. Since you're new to the drug, the dosage sounds correct, but the every 6 hours doesn't. I'd call up your doctor and make sure before he accidentally places you in la-la land. On a 12 hour schedule you'll find you'll acclimate to the prescription very quickly and that you'll enjoy the fact that you're always clear headed hence there's nothing better on the market for moderate to severe pain. Best of luck, Bob.