Precautions and Warnings With Oxycodone/APAP

Prior to taking oxycodone/APAP, warnings and precautions for the drug should be reviewed with your healthcare provider. This includes understanding the significance of drug interactions, side effects to watch for, and conditions to tell your healthcare provider about before starting treatment with the medication. By understanding the warnings, you can help to ensure a safe treatment process.

Oxycodone APAP Drug Information

What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider Before Taking Oxycodone/APAP?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking oxycodone/APAP^® (Endocet^®, Magnacet™, Percocet^®, Roxicet™, Tylox^®) if you have:

Gallbladder or pancreas disease
Liver disease, such as cirrhosis, liver failure, or hepatitis
Asthma
Kidney disease, such as kidney failure (renal failure)
A head injury or high intracranial pressure
Severe abdominal (stomach) pain
An enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hypertrophy, or BPH)
Lung disease of any sort
Seizures or epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
A history of drug or alcohol dependence
Addison's disease
Low blood pressure (hypotension)
Any allergies, including allergies to foods, dyes, or preservatives.

Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are:

Pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
Breastfeeding.

Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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