Percocet Addiction

Percocet addiction is caused by long term intake of the brand name prescription painkiller Percocet®, which is a combination of acetaminophen (Tylenol) and oxycodone, a narcotic analgesic for moderate to moderately severe pain. In Percocet®, oxycodone binds to the pain receptors in the brain so that the sensation of pain is reduced, while acetaminophen halts the production of prostaglandins which otherwise cause pain.

Percocet®, which should be taken only under a physician’s supervision, is available in tablet, capsule, and liquid form and is taken every 6 hours by mouth. Percocet addiction can happen easily, since oxycodone can be habit forming.

Since oxycodone’s FDA approval in 1995, the illegal use of painkillers such as Percocet® has increased significantly.

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