Percocet

Who is Percocet for ?

This combination of drugs is used to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

This combination pain medication contains a simple analgesic (acetaminophen) and a narcotic (oxycodone). Acetaminophen works by suppressing your body’s production of certain chemicals that cause pain. Oxycodone raises your pain threshold and blunts your brain’s perception of pain.

When should I be careful taking Percocet ?

Before taking acetaminophen and oxycodone,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to acetaminophen, codeine, oxycodone, sulfite, or any other drugs.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially acetaminophen (Tylenol); antidepressants; medications for cough; cold, or allergies; other pain relievers; sedatives; sleeping pills; tranquilizers; and vitamins.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had liver or kidney disease, a history of alcoholism, lung or thyroid disease, prostatic hypertrophy, or urinary retention.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking acetaminophen and oxycodone, call your doctor.
• if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking acetaminophen and oxycodone.
• you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you.
• remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug.

Side Effects

Although side effects from acetaminophen and oxycodone are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• dizziness
• lightheadedness
• drowsiness
• upset stomach
• vomiting
• constipation
• stomach pain
• rash
• difficulty urinating

If you experience either of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

• difficulty breathing
• mood changes