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:
Generic name:
- acetaminophen and oxycodone
Lawsuits & Legal Information for Percocet
