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What is a pain pill Percodan?

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The drug Percodan is a DEA Schedule 2 Controlled Substance, and a morphine derivative. It is a combination drug consisting of Oxycodone and Aspirin. Percocet, the more commonly prescribed sister drug of Percodan, is Oxycodone with Tylenol.

Percodan isn't prescribed as much because of its Aspirin component. Aspirin can break down over time, rendering the drug useless. Percodan is generally prescribed for acute pain, and only for short periods because constant use of Aspirin can cause other problems.

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