While these drugs are similar, they carry notable differences that potential users should be aware of.
Meanwhile, Percocet contains oxycodone, a narcotic pain reliever, and acetaminophen, an analgesic pain reliever.
Understanding Opioids
Opioids are a group of medications used to treat andmanage pain.
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Appropriate opioid prescribing by healthcare providers should provide pain control and minimize harm.
Providers should implement preventive measures to reduce drug diversion or misuse.
How Healthcare Providers Assess Pain
Healthcare providers usually use apain scaletorecognize and assessmoderate to severe pain.
There are several different scales used to rate and classify pain.
Using a pain scale helps providers quantify an individual’s pain levels.
Defining pain can be difficult as pain levels vary from person to person.
Pain that is mild for one person may be severe for another.
Given its extended-release (ER) formulation, it can also be a better option for baseline pain management.
What Is ConZip?
ConZip is a brand-name opioid agonist.
It is an ER formulation of the active ingredient tramadol.
ConZip should not be used on children 12 years old or younger.
It should not be used in children under 18 years of age following medical procedures to remove thetonsilsor theadenoids.
Accidental ingestion of ConZip by children can result in a deadly overdose.
Life-threateningrespiratory depressionand death can also occur in children who take tramadol.
Available Strengths
ConZip is orally administered and available as a capsule and generic medication.
It does not bind to specific receptors in the same way more potent opioids can.
ConZip is designed to provide sustained pain relief over an extended time as an ER formulation.
What Is Percocet?
Percocet prescriptions have stricter requirements than ConZip prescriptions.
Percocet prescriptions can be written or faxed.
They can only be called into the pharmacy under particular circumstances.
Percocet prescriptions cannot be refilled.
However, multiple prescriptions may be issued for a total supply of at most 90 days under certain conditions.
Brand-name Percocet is orally administered and is available in tablet or liquid form.
As a combination of oxycodone and acetaminophen, g as a generic medication.
However, oxycodone use in people 11 years and older who are opioid-tolerant may be appropriate.
This medication should not be used in people with notable respiratory depression, acute or severeasthma, orGI obstruction.
Percocet carries the following boxed warnings:
Percocet may be used off-label for fibromyalgia syndrome and other pain-related diagnoses.
Oxycodone and acetaminophen work together to create the desired effect of pain relief.
Oxycodone is an opioid agonist and works to disrupt the transmission of pain signals and the perception of pain.
Side Effects and Precautions
ConZip and Percocet carry the potential for side effects of varying severities.
If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, dial 911 immediately.
If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your usual schedule.
ConZip capsules should be swallowed whole.
Avoid breaking, chewing, or splitting the capsules.
These medications should be titrated or discontinued under the supervision of your provider.
Do not abruptly discontinue the use of either medication.
Finally, avoid alcohol intake when taking either drug.
However, overall, more research is needed to assess the long-term efficacy of opioids.
The significant difference between ConZip and Percocet is their drug classes and active ingredients.
ConZip is an opioid agonist and contains a single active ingredient.
Do not abruptly discontinue the use of either medication.
Do not store either medication in bathrooms or other areas susceptible to high heat, light, or moisture.
They should be kept out of the sight and reach of children and pets.
Tylenol can be taken alongside ConZip.
Tolerance comes up whenever more medication is required over time to experience the same pain-relief effect.
The risk of developing opioid tolerance increases with repeat opioid use.
DailyMed.Label: Conzip - tramadol hydrochloride capsule, extended release.
DailyMed.Label: Percocet - oxycodone hydrochloride and acetaminophen tablet.
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