Darvocet is approved to treat mild to moderate pain, with or without a fever. It is used for short-term pain relief (such as for pain after a surgery or dental procedure), as well as long-term pain control. Since it contains a narcotic, many healthcare providers like to limit Darvocet use to the shortest period of time possible.
This pain medication has not been adequately studied in children under 12 years of age and is, therefore, not recommended for this age group.
(Click Darvocet Uses for more information on what Darvocet is used to treat, to learn about how this medication works, and to find out if this drug is used off-label for other conditions.)
