Percocet 10 pills contain 10 mg of oxycodone and either 325 mg or 650 mg of acetaminophen. They are prescribed to treat moderate to severe pain. People who produce and sell drugs illegally sometimes make counterfeit pills that look like Percocet 10 pills, so it can be helpful to know how to identify legitimate medications.
- Percocet 10 pills are yellow, oval tablets with imprints on each side. They contain oxycodone along with acetaminophen.
- Counterfeit pills can be made to look almost exactly the same as Percocet 10 pills, but can often be identified due to small differences in their appearance.
- Taking counterfeit pills can be dangerous and even life-threatening.
What is Percocet 10?
Percocet 10 refers to a branded medication containing 10 mg of oxycodone, an opioid analgesic, with either 325 mg or 650 mg of acetaminophen, a non-opioid pain reliever. Endo Pharmaceuticals produces these tablets, as well as several other strengths of Percocet pills containing oxycodone and acetaminophen. [1]
Various other generic and branded medications containing oxycodone and acetaminophen are available.
Percocet 10 pill identifier: Visual features
Percocet 10 pills, manufactured by Endo Pharmaceuticals, can be identified as: [1][2]
Percocet 10/325
- Strength: 10 mg oxycodone / 325 mg acetaminophen
- Color: Yellow
- Shape: Oval tablet (approximately 15 mm)
- Imprint: “PERCOCET” on one side, “10/325” on the other
- Manufacturer: Endo Pharmaceuticals
- Other identifiers: Legitimate tablet with scored edges and uniform color; counterfeits may vary slightly in shade or imprint clarity
Percocet 10/650
- Strength: 10 mg oxycodone / 650 mg acetaminophen
- Color: Yellow
- Shape: Oval tablet (approximately 17 mm)
- Imprint: “PERCOCET” on one side, “10” on the other
- Manufacturer: Endo Pharmaceuticals
- Other identifiers: Slightly larger than the 10/325 version; smooth finish and clear, centered imprints
Generic tablets
Generic tablets can be identified as: [2]
- 10 mg oxycodone/325 mg acetaminophen: White, round tablet imprinted with ‘106’ on one side and no imprint or scored line on the other
- 10 mg oxycodone/650 mg acetaminophen: White, oval tablet, imprinted with ‘108’ on one side and no imprint or scored line on the other
Other branded or generic versions containing a combination of acetaminophen and 10 mg of oxycodone may be available and can be identified by searching online for the specific tablet and manufacturer.
Discontinued variants
Some branded versions of this medication combination have been discontinued and should be reported if encountered. For example, Endocet pills have been discontinued and can be identified as:
- 10 mg oxycodone/325 mg acetaminophen: Yellow, oval tablet imprinted with ‘10/325’ on one side and ‘E712’ on the other
- 10 mg oxycodone/650 mg acetaminophen: Yellow, oval tablet imprinted with ‘10’ on one side and ‘E797’ on the other
Warning signs of counterfeit Percocet 10 pills
Counterfeit pills are produced to look like legitimate medication and may be difficult to recognize. Signs of counterfeit Percocet 10 pills might include: [3]
- Broken packaging or blister packs
- Packaging that looks different from previous medications
- Pills that don’t match the description above
- Pills that look different from previous medications
- Unexpected or unusual side effects after taking the medication
- Medication that is dispensed online or by an unapproved pharmacy
These signs might prompt concerns about the legitimacy of your medication. If you are in any doubt, there is a chance that the medication is counterfeit. You can also compare the appearance of the medication to images found online to help recognize any differences.
Safety considerations and counterfeit pill awareness
Using a counterfeit pill could be very dangerous and may lead to unknown or fatal risks. For example, someone who is prescribed medication might take a counterfeit pill that contains less of their usual medication, which can lead to unmanaged symptoms. Conversely, a counterfeit pill might contain too much of the usual medication or an unknown, harmful substance. This could lead to risks of serious adverse effects or overdose. [3][4]
The Drug Enforcement Administration seizes counterfeit pills and has found that many contain harmful substances such as fentanyl, a potent opioid. Fentanyl is cheap to produce and is added to counterfeit pills to increase profits. Taking even a small amount of fentanyl can cause very serious effects and may lead to a fatal overdose. [4]
If you suspect that your pills are counterfeit, do not take them and report them to the FDA.
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