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Vicodin

  What is Vicodin? Vicodin contains a combination of  acetaminophen  and  hydrocodone . Hydrocodone is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone. Vicodin tablets are used for the relief of moderate to moderately severe  pain . Vicodin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Hydrocodone can slow or stop your breathing.  Never use this medicine in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed.  Narcotic pain medicine may be habit-forming, even at regular doses.  Never share Vicodin with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. MISUSE OF NARCOTIC MEDICINE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH, especially in a child or other person using the medicine without a prescription. Do not use Vicodin if you have used a  MAO inhibitor  in the past 14 d

Phendimetrazine

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  What is phendimetrazine? Phendimetrazine  is a sympathomimetic amine, which is similar to an amphetamine. Phendimetrazine stimulates the central nervous system (nerves and brain), which increases your heart rate and blood pressure and decreases your appetite. Phendimetrazine is a prescription medicine that is used together with diet and exercise to treat  obesity . Warnings You should not use phendimetrazine if you have  glaucoma , overactive thyroid, severe heart problems, uncontrolled  high blood pressure , advanced  coronary artery disease , extreme  agitation , or a history of  drug abuse . Do not use this medicine if you have used an  MAO inhibitor  in the past 14 days, such as  isocarboxazid ,  linezolid ,  methylene blue  injection,  phenelzine ,  rasagiline ,  selegiline , or  tranylcypromine . A dangerous drug interaction could occur, leading to serious side effects. Weight loss during pregnancy can harm an unborn baby, even if you are overweight. Do not use phendimetrazine

Percocet

  What is Percocet? Percocet contains a combination of  acetaminophen  and  oxycodone . Oxycodone is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of oxycodone. Percocet is used to relieve moderate to severe  pain . Due of the risks of addiction, abuse, and misuse, even at recommended doses, Percocet is only prescribed when treatment with non-opioid pain relieving medication has not been tolerated or has not provided adequate pain relief. Warnings You should not use Percocet if you have recently used alcohol, sedatives, tranquilizers, or other opioid medications. Do not use Percocet if you have used a MAO Inhibiter in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine, or have received a methylene blue injection. Oxycodone can slow or stop your breathing, and may be habit-forming.  Use only your prescribed dose, and swallow the pill whol

Adderall

  What is Adderall? Adderall contains a combination of  amphetamine  and  dextroamphetamine . Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine are central nervous system stimulants that affect chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Adderall is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. Adderall may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Adderall may be habit-forming, and this medicine is a drug of abuse.  Tell your doctor if you have had problems with drug or alcohol abuse. Stimulants have caused stroke, heart attack, and sudden death in people with high blood pressure, heart disease, or a heart defect. Do not use this medicine if you have used a MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine or have received a methylene blue injection. Adderall may cause new or worsening psychosis (unusual thoughts or behavio

Oxycodone

  What is oxycodone? Oxycodone  is an opioid pain medication sometimes called a narcotic. Oxycodone is used to treat  moderate to severe pain . The  extended-release form  of oxycodone is for around-the-clock treatment of pain and should  not  be used on an as-needed basis for pain. Warnings You should not use oxycodone if you have severe  asthma  or breathing problems, or a blockage in your stomach or intestines. MISUSE OF OPIOID MEDICINE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH.  Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. Taking oxycodone during pregnancy may cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in the newborn. Fatal side effects can occur if you use opioid medicine with alcohol, or with other drugs that cause drowsiness or slow your breathing. Oxycodone can slow or stop your breathing.  This is more likely in elderly or ill patients, but can occur in anyone taking this medicine. Before taking this medicine You should not use oxycodone if you are allergic to i