Percocet 512 Information
Percocet 512 is a prescription pain reliever manufactured by Mallinckrodt that has 325 mg acetaminophen and 5 mg of the narcotic painkiller oxycodone. Percocet 512 prescriptions are strictly monitored by the federal government because oxycodone can be abused or lead to addiction. Products with oxycodone--such as Percocet 512--are not recommended for long-term use and can have potentially fatal side effects if misused.
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Basics
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Percocet 512 and similar narcotic analgesics are used for moderate to severe pain, according to MedlinePlus. They are not recommended for the management of chronic pain and are usually prescribed following surgery, an accident or difficult childbirth. Percocet 512 only comes as an instant-release tablet, but other formulations of oxycodone, with or without acetaminophen, are available in extended-release capsules or as a liquid.
Withdrawal Symptoms
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Suddenly stopping Percocet 512 can lead to withdrawal symptoms, according to MedlinePlus. Long-term use of Percocet 512 should only be stopped under a doctor's supervision. Withdrawal symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, chills, restlessness, watery eyes, runny nose and sneezing. Other signs of possible Percocet 512 withdrawal are fast heartbeat, fast breathing, cramps, weakness, depression and irritability.
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Serious Side Effects
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Serious side effects that can even lead to death are possible when taking Percocet 512, according to MedlinePlus. Symptoms requiring immediate medical attention are hives, itching, changes of consciousness, difficulty breathing, fainting, dizziness, confusion and hallucinations. Signs of possible Percocet 512 overdose include excessive sleepiness, increase in eye pupil size, cold and clammy skin, bluing of the lips and other parts of the body.
Common Side Effects
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A number of common side effects are possible with Percocet 512, but do not require emergency medical help except if they become severe, according to MedlinePlus. Possible side effects associated with Percocet 512 are dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, constipation, dry mouth, flushing and excessive sweating. Other common side effects include red eyes, headache, weakness, loss of appetite and mood changes.
Cost
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Most health insurance plans will pay for all or part of the cost of Percocet 512. However, the amount of patient financial responsibility depends on the person's healthcare plan. As of September 2009, self-pay cash patients could expect to pay about $12 for 20 Percocet 512 tablets and $64 for 120 pills. Patient assistance programs are usually not available for those needing short-term pain management treatment.
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