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Does Percocet Help Reducing Inflammation Of Pituitary Tumor
I have a pituitary tumor and in the process of consulting with neuro-surgeons regarding its removal. I feel a moderate amount of pressure, especially at bedtime, on the top and front left-side of my head. Will percocet reduce the inflammation and pressure I believe this tumor is causing until I'm able to go in for surgery?
Thu, 24 Jul 2014
HI
Thanks for posting your query .
Percocet contains Oxycodone which is a narcotic pain killer . It has no anti-inflammatory properties and will not help in reducing the inflammation . But due to its anagesic effect you may feel relief from pressure in head . ( But sometimes it can worsen the feeling of heaviness in head ).
Percocet also contains Paracetamol which has mild anti inflammatory effect but I don't think it also be any use to you .
Thanks for posting your query .
Percocet contains Oxycodone which is a narcotic pain killer . It has no anti-inflammatory properties and will not help in reducing the inflammation . But due to its anagesic effect you may feel relief from pressure in head . ( But sometimes it can worsen the feeling of heaviness in head ).
Percocet also contains Paracetamol which has mild anti inflammatory effect but I don't think it also be any use to you .
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