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Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Percocet-3

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Percocet as follows: Percocet is metabolized by the liver and Percocet intake can lead to hepatic injury. Individuals with history of compromised liver function cannot metabolize Percocet and this can lead to increased blood levels of Percocet for longer duration, leading to toxicity. Percocet should be avoided or used with extreme caution in such individuals. Observe compliance with any labs ordered for evaluation of hepatic [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Percocet-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Percocet as follows: Watch closely for any acetaminophen in all the OTC products you purchase, such as, medications for common cold and allergies, by reading the contents carefully. Many of these products contain Acetaminophen and by taking Percocet along with these products, you could be overdosing on Acetaminophen, which could cause damage to the liver. Avoid using Percocet along with other medications that have a [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Percocet-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Percocet as follows: Percocet must be avoided in individuals allergic to Acetaminophen and/or Oxycodone. Percocet slows down the bowel movements heavily and leads to constipation. Increase intake of daily fiber can help the situation and promote regular bowel movements. Any signs and symptoms of intestinal obstruction and ileus, such as, intense bloating, constipation, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting must be immediately reported. Any lack of [...]

Contraindications for Using Percocet-2

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Percocet as follows: Percocet affects the respiratory center in the brain and induces slowing down of respirations. The breathing pattern can become irregular with reduced gas exchange and lead to elevated carbon dioxide and reduced oxygen levels in the body. Overdose of Percocet can also cause respiratory arrest. Percocet should be avoided or used with extreme caution in individuals with history of respiratory abnormalities, such as, asthma and [...]

Contraindications for Using Percocet-1

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Percocet as follows: Percocet must be avoided in individuals allergic to Acetaminophen and/or Oxycodone. Percocet slows down the bowel movements heavily and leads to constipation. Percocet must be avoided or used with extreme caution in chronically constipated patients, as they are at increased risk for episodes of ileus and intestinal obstruction with Percocet. Percocet produces and intense feeling of drowsiness and dizziness, as a side effect to modifying [...]