Percocet combines two pain-killing drugs: the opiod oxycodone and acetaminophen (commonly known as Tylenol).  Percocet is usually prescribed for post operative pain relief and is classified by the US government as a Schedule II narcotic – meaning that it has a high risk of addiction, but may have accepted medical use.

Percocet Side Effects

Percocet can have serious side effects which include: allergy, shallow breathing, slowed heartbeat, fainting or feeling light-headed, confusion, unusual thoughts or behavior, seizure, nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, itching, dark urine, jaundice or dependence.

Less serious side effects can also occur.  Some of these are: dizziness, mild nausea, upset stomach, constipation, drowsiness, blurred vision or dry mouth.

Signs of Overdose

Overdose symptoms include: bluish skin, jaundice, cold and clammy skin, decreased or irregular breathing, extreme drowsiness, coma, heart attack, low blood pressure, muscle weakness, nausea, slow heartbeat, sweating, vague bodily discomfort, vomiting or death.

Withdrawal Symptoms

Percocet is classified by the DEA as highly addictive, thus when one ceases use of Percocet, he is likely to experience withdrawal symptoms.  These can include: rebound of pain, restlessness, muscle and bone pain, insomnia, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, cold flashes, involuntary muscle spasms, tremors, seizures, rapid breathing, heart palpitations, loss of appetite, depression, exhaustion or delusion.

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