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what is the difference between perocet and loratob?

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07/29/08
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the dr. gives me perocet and then loratab for breck through pain

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Tuesday, July 29, 2008

The active ingredients in both (hydrocodone - Lortab, oxycodone - Percocet) are at least partially opium derivatives. Hydrocodone and oxycodone are both narcotic type pain relievers that work by acting on the pain centers in the brain. Both use acetaminophen to increase their potency. They are similar but different.

 

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This video explains where back pain stems from by taking you through the anatomy of the back. 

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