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Does percocet release serotonin?

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No: Narcotic analgesics like Percocet does not release serotonin.

Dr Jacobson and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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No: Percocet os oxycodone, an opiod stimulant and tylenol (acetaminophen). Neither affects serotonin.

Dr Jacobson and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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