Endocet Addiction, Side Effects, Withdrawal, Overdose, Effective Treatment

What Is Endocet?

Endocet is a combination drug that includes acetaminophen and oxycodone. This psychoactive drug is used to treat moderate to severe pain. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH) [1], Endocet is a Schedule II; as an opioid, this drug exposes users to the risks of addiction, abuse, and misuse. Addiction can occur at recommended dosages and if the drug is misused or abused.

This narcotic pain reliever can also produce unwanted side effects such as:

• Difficulty breathing
• Confusion
• Seizures
• Nausea and stomach pain

Acetaminophen, which is an active ingredient of Endocet, is used to relieve pain and reduce fever. It does not become habit-forming when taken for a long time. But acetaminophen may cause other unwanted effects, including liver damage, when taken in large doses.

Oxycodone, also an active ingredient of Endocet, belongs to the group of medicines called narcotic analgesics (pain medicines). It acts on the central nervous system (CNS) to relieve pain [2].

When oxycodone is used for a long time, it may become habit-forming, causing mental or physical dependence. Mental dependence (addiction) is not likely to happen when narcotics are misused and abused. 

Physical dependence may lead to withdrawal side effects if treatment is stopped suddenly. However, severe withdrawal side effects can usually be prevented by gradually reducing the dose over a period of time before treatment is stopped completely.

This medication is available only with a doctor’s prescription. In addition, this prescription drug is available only under a restricted distribution program called the Opioid Analgesic REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy) program.

Endocet vs Percocet – Main Differences & Similarities

Endocet and Percocet are two brand names for the combination of acetaminophen and oxycodone. This combination medication is often prescribed for moderate to severe pain that is not relieved with other therapies.

Endocet

Endocet comes in strengths of 325 mg-2.5 mg, 325 mg-5 mg, 325 mg-7.5 mg, and 325 mg-10 mg of acetaminophen and oxycodone. The usual dose of Endocet is given every 6 hours as needed for pain. Common side effects of Endocet include constipation, nausea, and somnolence.

Percocet

Percocet is available in strengths of 325 mg-2.5 mg, 325 mg-5 mg, 325 mg-7.5 mg, and 325 mg-10 mg of acetaminophen and oxycodone. Percocet can be taken every 6 hours as needed for pain, depending on a doctor’s prescription. Common side effects of Percocet include constipation, nausea, and somnolence.

Symptoms of Endocet Addiction

Endocet addiction or abuse can destroy your life and the lives of those around you. Dishonesty becomes a part of your everyday life. It becomes more and more difficult to work, take care of financial and social responsibilities, or simply participate in life when you are addicted to Endocet.

The sign of Endocet abuse and addiction is continued use and extreme denial, despite the negative consequences. Extreme denial is likely to be shown in the family members and friends of addicts as well. Remarks such as, “You don’t know how much my back hurts,” or “I’m not using that much, and you should stay out of my business,” are common from the addict. However, a friend, spouse, or another family member may also make the same excuses for their addicted loved one.

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270 Million

In the previous year, almost 270 million people used psychoactive drugs.

Source: WHO

0.5 Million

An estimated 0.5 million deaths per year are thought to be related to drug usage.

Source: WHO

Endocet

Percocet

• Moderate to severe pain

• Moderate to severe pain

• Opioid

• Opioid

• Constipation
• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Pruritus
• Lethargy
• Fatigue

• Constipation
• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Pruritus
• Lethargy
• Fatigue

• Alcohol
• SSRI/SNRI antidepressants
• Triptans
• CNS depressants (opioids, antihistamines, antipsychotics, antianxiety agents, hypnotics, antiemetics, phenothiazines, tranquilizers)
• Mixed agonist/antagonist analgesics (butorphanol, nalbuphine, pentazocine, buprenorphine)
• Anticholinergics
• MAO inhibitors
• Tricyclic antidepressants
• CYP3A4 and CYP2D6 inhibitors (macrolide antibiotics, azole-antifungal agents, protease inhibitors)
• CYP3A4 inducers (rifampin, carbamazepine, phenytoin)
• Muscle relaxants
• Diuretics
• Oral contraceptives
• Beta blockers (propranolol)
• Lamotrigine
• Probenecid

• Alcohol
• SSRI/SNRI antidepressants
• Triptans
• CNS depressants (opioids, antihistamines, antipsychotics, antianxiety agents, hypnotics, antiemetics, phenothiazines, tranquilizers)
• Mixed agonist/antagonist analgesics (butorphanol, nalbuphine, pentazocine, buprenorphine)
• Anticholinergics
• MAO inhibitors
• Tricyclic antidepressants
• CYP3A4 and CYP2D6 inhibitors (macrolide antibiotics, azole-antifungal agents, protease inhibitors)
• CYP3A4 inducers (rifampin, carbamazepine, phenytoin)
• Muscle relaxants
• Diuretics
• Oral contraceptives
• Beta blockers (propranolol)
• Lamotrigine
• Probenecid

The result of such an addiction is the continuation of the medication even when there is no longer any pain. In such instances, the abuser is not willing to admit to problems like nodding off, the inability to care for children, or a loss of productivity at work.

After someone has become addicted to this drug, they are generally taking higher doses than recommended to get high from the action of oxycodone on opioid brain receptors. Because Endocet combines oxycodone with acetaminophen, increasing the dose for the opiate means larger doses of acetaminophen, which causes liver damage in large doses. Endocet addiction is no one’s fault. Addiction is a disease that requires intensive medical treatment. 

• Sweating
• Runny nose
• Goosebumps
• Nausea

• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Agitation

• Profound sleepiness
• Dizziness
• Muscle weakness
• Markedly constricted pupils
• Fainting
• Difficulty breathing

• Respiratory failure
• Cyanosis (blue-tinged skin, fingernails, or lips)
• Cold, clammy skin
• Loss of consciousness
• Coma

Please, do not try to detox on your own. The detox process can be painful and difficult without medical assistance. However, getting through the detox process is crucial for continued treatment. We Level Up NJ provide proper care with round-the-clock medical staff to assist your recovery. So, reclaim your life, call us to speak with one of our treatment specialists. Our counselors know what you are going through and will answer any of your questions.