Is 10mg Of Oxycodone stronger than 15mg Of Hydrocodone, or is it the same?

Question

I usually take 15mg of hydrocodone for my pain, but now I got switched to percocet 10mg. Is that the same thing?

Answer 1

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Both drugs are quite effective to antagonize pain....
Oxycodone is contained in percocet, and Hydrocodone, is the hydroxy derivative of oxycodone,,,,
since the difference in action is minimal, you will have 1/3rd les analgesic potency, however, that means that your doctor considers, that you need less analgesics....
That wont kill you, however, if you feel that your pain does not subside, with the new analgesic or dose, tell to your doctor what is happening....It is wise then (if that is the case) to change the type of analgesic for another that is NOT synthetic opioid derivative, (lisine clonixinate, propionic acid derivatives, indomethacine etc), in order to avoid:
1.- Tolerance (needing twice or more the normal dose in order to achieve the same effect)
2.- Addiction....in this case, the analgesia is not important anymore, nor the pain, but the elating and euphoric producing effect of the medication proper.....

It is wise to follow your doctors advice in the meantime...

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Licensed surgeon (Germany)

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thank u

Answer 2

yes, 10mg oxy is a might stronger than 15mg hydro as expressed that way... but not by much

your Doctor or whoever is increasing and changing the dosage and painkilling properties for your specific ailment

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been there done that

Answer 3

Search webmd.com

Answer 4

its about the same balance.
but oxys cleaner smoother and makes you less nauseus
it works a little itty bitty bit better than hyrdo

btw
it doesn't matter what brand you buy.

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was addicted to codine and other derivatives for about 7 years

Answer 5

much more powerful...and addictive...be careful

Answer 6

it is essentially the same thing. Depending on the brand of hydrocodone you were taking some percocets can be about the same effect wiht a little less dose.