Percocet^® (oxycodone/APAP) is a narcotic pain medication that is available by prescription only. Not only is it illegal to buy this drug without a prescription, it is also extremely unsafe. Some of the reasons why Percocet should not be bought without a prescription include:

Legitimate pharmacies will not sell Percocet without a prescription. Because you can be assured that you are getting the "real thing" (not a counterfeit or expired medication) only from a legitimate pharmacy, buying this drug without a prescription increases your risk of getting a substandard or dangerous product.
As a prescription medication, Percocet is not considered safe for use without a healthcare provider's supervision. Some people should not take the drug for certain health reasons, and Percocet may interact with a number of other medications (both prescription and non-prescription). Without the supervision of a healthcare provider, people may be more likely to suffer dangerous side effects or toxicities due to Percocet.
Needing to buy Percocet without a prescription is a good indication that you have a problem with Percocet addiction or abuse. These problems are serious and can be life-threatening.

(Click No-Prescription Percocet for more information about the potential dangers of buying this drug without a prescription and to find out if it is illegal to use someone else's prescription for this product.)

5 Common Pain Medication Fears

List of references (click here)

Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD

Referring Pages:

Articles

Advertise with Us

About eMedTV

eMedTV serves only as an informational resource. This site does not dispense medical advice or advice of any kind. Site users seeking medical advice about their specific situation should consult with their own physician. Click Terms of Use for more information.