Order Oxycodone 5 mg tablets that are immediate-release medications begins relieving pain relatively quickly after it is taken. It is commonly prescribed for short-term pain management, although some patients with ongoing severe pain may receive it as part of a carefully monitored treatment plan. The 5 mg strength is often used when initiating therapy or when a lower dose is appropriate based on a patient\'s age, medical condition, and previous exposure to opioid medications.