Quick answer
Oxycodone is a prescription opioid, and opioid use disorder responds to three FDA-approved medications - buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone. Two certified treatment programs in Chillicothe prescribe them. Call (800) 653-9376 to find a same-week start and have your insurance checked first.
Oxycodone treatment in Chillicothe follows the standard for opioid use disorder: medication, plus counseling, plus time. Ross County has two SAMHSA-certified opioid treatment programs - BrightView and Chillicothe Treatment Services - that prescribe buprenorphine, methadone, or naltrexone, and a residential program for people who need more structure. Ohio's natural and semi-synthetic opioid deaths fell 23% in 2024. Call (800) 653-9376 and we will match you to a start this week.
Where can I start oxycodone treatment in Chillicothe?
It depends on which medication fits your life. Buprenorphine (Suboxone) can be prescribed from a clinic rather than requiring a daily methadone line, which makes it easier to keep around a job or school schedule. Methadone requires daily visits to a certified opioid treatment program, which Chillicothe has two of. Naltrexone (Vivitrol) is a monthly injection, but it requires 7 to 10 opioid-free days first. All three work, and NIDA's research finds methadone and buprenorphine roughly equally effective. Both BrightView (126 E 2nd Street) and Chillicothe Treatment Services (606 Central Center) offer these medications and accept Medicaid.
Oxycodone is a prescription opioid, and opioid use disorder has effective, FDA-approved treatment. The first step is one phone call.
What oxycodone is, and how Ohio's numbers look
Per NIDA, oxycodone is sold under brand names like OxyContin and - combined with acetaminophen - as Percocet. Taken briefly and as prescribed, it is generally safe for pain. Misuse (larger doses, more often, or without a prescription) can lead to a substance use disorder, a medical condition that ranges from mild to severe and often becomes chronic.
The Ohio Department of Health's 2024 overdose report counted 224 deaths involving natural and semi-synthetic opioids - the category that includes oxycodone and hydrocodone - down 23% from 291 in 2023. That category accounted for 8% of the state's 2,931 unintentional overdose deaths in 2024. The report also found that 58% of those deaths also involved fentanyl, which is why anyone still using oxycodone from the illicit supply should assume fentanyl is present and carry naloxone.
In Ross County, the same report counted 34 overdose deaths in 2024, down from 49 the year before - a sign the state's fentanyl-driven decline has reached south-central Ohio too.
The medications, and how they work
| Medication | How it's taken | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Methadone | Daily at a certified OTP | Full opioid agonist that reduces cravings and withdrawal; requires daily visits |
| Buprenorphine (Suboxone) | Sublingual film or tablet, prescribed from a clinic | Partial agonist that eases withdrawal and blocks other opioids; easier to start than methadone |
| Naltrexone (Vivitrol) | Monthly injection | Blocks opioid effects entirely; requires 7-10 opioid-free days before the first dose |
NIDA finds methadone and buprenorphine can be equally effective at helping people reduce opioid use, and all three medications are safe for pregnant and breastfeeding patients. Counseling alongside medication improves outcomes - the programs above all offer it.
Safe storage and disposal
If you still have oxycodone from a prescription - yours or a family member's - handle it carefully:
- Store it out of sight and reach, ideally in a locked box. SAMHSA's TIP 63 guidance warns against kitchen and bathroom cabinets, where visitors and children can find it, and notes that a child's ingestion of any amount can be life-threatening.
- Never share it. A dose that helped your pain can kill someone without tolerance.
- Dispose of it when treatment ends. The FDA's disposal guide points to take-back locations at pharmacies and police stations, or - for certain medicines - the FDA flush list. The CDC adds the same storage rules: never take more than prescribed, and never combine oxycodone with benzodiazepines, sleep aids, muscle relaxants, or alcohol.
Emergencies and safety
- Unresponsive or breathing slowly - call 911 first, then give naloxone. Fentanyl's potency often means a second dose is needed.
- 988 - call or text for any mental health or substance use crisis, any time. Locally, Scioto Paint Valley's crisis center answers at 740-773-4357.
- If you are pregnant and using opioids, tell the treatment program - medication is considered safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and Ross County providers can coordinate care.
How to start today
- Call or text (800) 653-9376 to talk through options with a treatment specialist, or use this form:
Calling is free; the referral service is paid for by treatment providers, and your insurance benefits can be checked before you commit to anything.
- Or go direct: BrightView Chillicothe at 126 E 2nd Street, or Chillicothe Treatment Services at 606 Central Center.
- If cost is the barrier, contact the Paint Valley ADAMH Board at 740-773-2383 or search findtreatment.gov from your ZIP code.
- Get naloxone from any Ohio pharmacy before your first dose, whatever you decide.
Opioid use disorder responds to treatment - and in Chillicothe, treatment is a short drive away.
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Last updated: Fri Oct 23 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Frequently asked questions
What is oxycodone and how does misuse start?
Oxycodone (sold as OxyContin, and in combination as Percocet) is a prescription opioid painkiller. Per NIDA, prescription opioids are generally safe when taken briefly and as prescribed, but misuse - taking a larger dose, more often, or without a prescription - can lead to a substance use disorder, which is a medical illness ranging from mild to severe.
Which medications treat oxycodone addiction?
Three are FDA-approved: methadone and buprenorphine, which reduce cravings and withdrawal by acting on opioid receptors, and naltrexone, which blocks opioid effects. NIDA research finds methadone and buprenorphine can be equally effective at helping people reduce opioid use. All three are available from certified opioid treatment programs in Ross County.
How dangerous is mixing oxycodone with alcohol or anxiety medication?
Very. The CDC warns that combining opioids with benzodiazepines (Xanax, Valium), sleep aids, muscle relaxants, or alcohol can slow breathing enough to be fatal. In Ohio in 2024, 58% of overdose deaths involving natural and semi-synthetic opioids - the oxycodone family - also involved fentanyl.
How should I store or get rid of leftover oxycodone?
Store it out of sight and reach, ideally locked, and never share it. When treatment ends, drop leftovers at a take-back location - many pharmacies and police stations run one - or follow the FDA's flush list guidance. SAMHSA's guidance specifically warns against kitchen and bathroom storage where visitors or children can find it.
Does Ohio Medicaid cover oxycodone addiction treatment in Ross County?
Yes. Ohio Medicaid covers medications for opioid use disorder, outpatient counseling, intensive outpatient programs, residential treatment, and withdrawal management for eligible members. Both of Chillicothe's certified opioid treatment programs accept Medicaid, and board-funded providers offer services based on need for the uninsured.