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Alternative names   

Tylox; Roxicet

Definition   

Poisoning from an overdose of Percocet.

Poisonous Ingredient   

  • Oxycodone
  • Acetaminophen

Where Found   

  • Percocet
  • Roxicet
  • Tylox
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Symptoms   

Home Treatment   

DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING.

Before Calling Emergency   

Determine the following information:
  • The patient's age, weight, and condition
  • Name of product (as well as the ingredients and strength if known)
  • The time it was swallowed
  • The amount swallowed
  • If the medication was prescribed for the patient

Poison Control, or a local emergency number   

They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Take the container with you to the emergency room.

What to expect at the emergency room   

Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:
  • Use gastric lavage.
  • Administer activated charcoal.
  • Administer a laxative.
  • Give a counteracting medication (narcotic antagonist). Multiple doses may be needed.
  • Administer intravenous fluids as needed.
  • Monitor breathing.
  • Treat the symptoms.

Expectations (prognosis)   

If an antidote can be given, recovery from an acute overdose often occurs within 1 to 2 days.