Percocet Side Effects

Serious Side Effects of Percocet

Seizures (convulsions)
Passing out
Extreme pain in abdomen or stomach
Strange mental or mood changes including anxiousness or abnormal fear
Tension in chest
Abnormal fatigue
Allergic reaction causing hives, rash or a swelling of the face, tongue, mouth or throat
Trouble urinating or not being able to urinate at all
Difficulty breathing
Jaundice: yellowing of the eyes and skin
Liver damage
Increase or decrease in blood pressure
Changes in blood sugar levels
An urge to take more Percocet than prescribed or an addiction to Percocet

Common Side Effects of Percocet

Blurry vision
Dry mouth or decrease in saliva
Constipation
Upset stomach
Feeling tired
Headaches

What are Symptoms of a Withdrawal from Percocet?

Percocet is a high level opioid and a strong narcotic, and can cause serious withdrawal, particularly if the medication is abused or treatment is abruptly stopped. If you experience the following, contact your healthcare provider for assistance:

Increased or unexplained sweating
Feeling angry
Muscle aches
Nausea or throwing up
Trouble sleeping
Anxiety or distress
Runny nose
Bowel changes such as diarrhea

Warnings & Recalls for Percocet

In January of 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a Boxed Warning concerning the amounts of acetaminophen contained in opioid medications. The FDA requested that drug manufacturers reduce the amount of acetaminophen to 325 mg per dose, making the products considerably less dangerous for patients. The FDA also modified the Boxed Warning to include information about possible severe liver injury or allergic reactions. Percocet is a pregnancy Category C drug. It is unknown if this medicine will affect the fetus in a pregnant women. Percocet is often used in early pregnancy for short periods of time. When used in late pregnancy, Percocet may cause neonatal withdrawal. Before taking Percocet, it is important to let your doctor know if you:

Have or have a family history of drug or alcohol addiction
Are allergic to any narcotics
Have any brain disorders
Have any liver, heart, or kidney diseases
Are pregnant, breastfeeding or may become pregnant
Prostate issues or diseases
Have diabetes
Are taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines

Use Percocet appropriately and do not give this drug to others, it is illegal.

Percocet Treatment and Use

Percocet | acetaminophen and oxycodone is a narcotic (sleep inducing) pain reliever marketed by Endo Pharmaceuticals. Percocet may be used to treat moderate to severe short-term pain.

How Does Percocet Work?

The oxycodone in Percocet interferes with the way in which the brain receives pain signals, either by blocking them completely or delaying the signals. Seratonin and dopamine, which are natural endorphins, are released, causing a feeling of happiness or pleasure. Acetaminophin works to magnify the effects of oxycodone in Percocet and reduce fever.

Percocet Dosage Information

Percocet may be taken as either a tablet or oral suspension (liquid). For optimal results, Percocet should be taken at the first symptoms of pain. Doses vary depending on the patient’s medical condition and treatment. If you are taking Percocet oral suspension, make sure to measure the liquid with the proper measuring device.

Withdrawal reactions may occur after ending a regular prescription cycle of Percocet. Your doctor may decrease your dose slowly to prevent this. See the “Side Effects” page for more details on withdrawals.

Do not take more than prescribed by your doctor, and end the treatment as directed.

Other Names for Percocet

Brand name:

Percocet

Generic name:

acetaminophen and oxycodone