Which schedule of drugs includes Oxycodone and Cocaine?

The classification of drugs into schedules is based on their potential for abuse, accepted medical use, and safety. Schedule II drugs are characterized by their high potential for abuse, which can lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. Oxycodone, a powerful opioid pain reliever, falls into this category due to its high potential for addiction and abuse. Cocaine is also classified as a Schedule II drug because, while it has some accepted medical uses (primarily in certain types of surgery as a local anesthetic), it is widely recognized for its high potential for abuse and dependence.

The other schedules classify drugs based on lower potential for abuse or different medical uses, making them less relevant for Oxycodone and Cocaine. For instance, Schedule I includes substances with no accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse, while Schedule III and Schedule IV drugs are associated with lower potential for abuse and may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence. Thus, the placement of both Oxycodone and Cocaine in Schedule II reflects their risks and the medical policies surrounding their use.