Percodan - an overview
Percodan contains a combination of the opioid agonist called Oxycodone and Aspirin. Percodan is taken b y mouth and prescribed to ease pain that is moderate to severe and is chronic, or long lasting. Oxycodone is a narcotic pain reliever and as such has a significant potential to be abused. This medicine is meant to be taken only as your doctor has prescribed and you should never give this medication to anyone else. The element of Oxycodone found in Percodan has been found to cause psychological and physical dependence.
The maker
Endo Pharmaceuticals is the maker of Percodan.
What it does
Percodan is the combination of Oxycodone and aspirin. It works to bind to the receptors for pain that are found in the brain to reduce feelings of pain. Aspirin works to reduce the amount of prestaglanins your body makes. This helps in a significant reduction in pain.
Uses
The US DEA has classified this medication as a Schedule II controlled narcotic. This means that Percodan belongs to the same class of controlled substances as morphine and cocaine. Percodan is a narcotic opioid pain medication that is prescribed to treat pain that is short term and is moderate or moderately severe. It contains Oxycodone and aspirin. Oxycodone is an opiate. Percodan was first given by prescription in 1950 and was put on the market by a company called DuPont Pharmaceuticals. It was once widely used in the US, but many doctors have begun to prescribe other medications that contain Oxycodone including Percocet, which has acetaminophen and not aspirin.
Secondary Effects
Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following symptoms of allergic reaction: trouble breathing, hives or swelling of the throat, lips, face and tongue.
Contact your health care provider right away if you notice any of these serious secondary effects:
- Coughing up blood and/or vomit that has the appearance of coffee grounds, tarry, bloody or black stools.
- Slowed heartbeat and/of shallow breathing
- Rapid heartbeat
- Fainting or feelings of lightheadedness
- Hallucinations of disorientation
- Bleeding or bruising easily
- Trouble urinating
Secondary effects that are not as serious might include:
- Drowsiness, dizziness or headache
- Upset stomach, vomiting, nausea, heartburn, gas, bloating, diarrhea or constipation
- Drowsiness or dizziness
- Sweating
- Headache