Percocet Dosage

The recommended dose for almost all strengths of Percocet is just one tablet approximately every six hours to relieve the pain. The recommended dosage for any remaining strengths is one to two tablets per six hours as required for relief of pain. The recommended daily dosage of Percocet should never be exceeded as it can cause acetaminophen poisoning or overdose symptoms.

Percocet Dosages - An Introduction

Your healthcare professional will recommend what level of Percocet (oxycodone/APAP) you should take, depending on your individual circumstances. The reasons may include:

• Your response to Percocet
• Various medications you may be taking
• Existing health conditions

Unless instructed specifically by your treating physician, never adjust your prescribed dosage.

Pain Relief and Your Percocet Dosage

If you take Percocet 2.5/325 mg, the normal recommended dosage is one to two pills every six hours if required. The recommended dosage for all other strengths of Percocet is one pill every six hours or as required for pain relief. In those instances where people build up a tolerance to Percocet, or when people are suffering from severe pain, larger doses may be required. The following table outlines the maximum pills recommended on a daily basis: Recommended dosage of Percocet on a daily basis: 10-650mg Percocet - maximum 6 pills per day
10-325mg Percocet - maximum 6 pills per day
7.5-500mg Percocet - maximum 8 pills per day
7.5-325mg Percocet - maximum 8 pills per day
5-500mg Percocet - maximum 12 pills per day
5-325mg Percocet - maximum 12 pills per day
2.5-325mg Percocet - maximum 12 pills per day As Percocet contains the drug acetaminophen, it is vital to restrict the amount of acetaminophen you take to less than 4000 mg or 4 grams daily. Anything above this level can cause serious liver damage. In addition, be mindful of taking other pain relief prescriptions and medications, which may contain acetaminophen, including Tylenol. The acetaminophen levels contained in Percocet are 650 mg, 500 mg and 325 mg within the various dosage strengths.

Dosing with Percocet - General Information

The following are things to consider when taking Percocet:

• Percocet comes in a tablet form and is designed to be taken orally at six-hour intervals to help relieve pain .
• Percocet may cause an upset stomach; therefore, it is recommended you take it with meals.
• You can take Percocet on a scheduled dose or alternatively "as needed". Scheduled dosage refers to taking the medication at a designated time regardless of feeling pain or not. Whereas, taking the medication "as needed' refers to taking the recommended daily dose only when pain occurs. Your doctor will most likely prescribe the drug as needed.
• It is important the recommended Percocet dose is not exceeded as Percocet Overdose symptoms, liver failure and acetaminophen poisoning are all potential risks.
• Taking Percocet can cause constipation, so you may need to take a laxative in conjunction with your dose to relieve any symptoms.
• Percocet medication must be taken exactly as prescribed for it to be effective. Unless specified by your treating physician, do not alter your dosage or the frequency of the drug. In addition, do not suddently stop your dose of Percocet, especially if you have used the medication for more than a month. Always seek guidance regarding your medication from your healthcare provider (see Percocet Withdrawal).
• Finally, please talk to your pharmacist, nurse or doctor if you are concerned about anything relating to Percocet.