What Is Percocet?

Potential Side Effects

Patients who take Percocet could experience side effects such as constipation, nausea, dizziness, flushing, sweating, and drowsiness. Some patients taking this medication have reported confusion, and blurry vision, pinpoint (small) pupils, dry mouth, headache, and upset stomach are also common. More serious side effects of Percocet could include low blood pressure, slow respiration rate, seizures, and nosebleeds. Patients should let a physician know right away if they notice severe abdominal pain, mood changes, difficulty with urination, or signs of adrenal gland malfunction while using Percocet. If the patient faints or has a seizure during treatment with this medication, emergency medical attention is necessary. Patients who are extremely drowsy or difficult to wake should be taken to an emergency room as well. Since this medication can cause dependence, patients should always let their doctor know if they feel they need to take more than the recommended dosage of Percocet or if they have been taking extra tablets.

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