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Oxycodone, the active ingredient in Percocet, like all opiates, is derived from opium. More specifically, oxycodone is derived from thebaine, which is derived from opium.

Opioids, which are synthetic opiate-like molecules, while not derived from opium, are modeled on opiates.

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Noop, but it often is combined with an opiate for added analgesic effect.

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Does Percocet contain opium?

No


Is Percocet stronger than Opium?

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I am surprised by this question since it is a easy one but, Morphine is by far stronger. Percocet is based from Morphine, heroin is also based off of morphine. But they both have different feelings when taken but the morphine of that mg will blow a Percocet 5 away.So basically the Morphine allow stronger.


Does Percecet cover up THC or throw the test off?

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Examples of opiates?

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