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Narcotics are pain relieving drugs that can be addictive. They may also be severely constipating.

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Q: What is the difference between narcotic and non-narcotic?
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What is the difference between narcotic and nonnarcotic analgesics?

Narcotic analgesics use a narcotic (usually an opiod) to relieve pain, they are more effective at removing pain, but they can cause pretty drastic dependency and have high potential for abuse. Non-Narcotic analgesics go through other pathways, they do not pose much risk for abuse, but they are typically not as effective especially for acute pain.


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Is there any scienctic proof that non narcotic cough syrup help?


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What is the difference between hydrocodone and Tylenol?

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What is the difference between vincodin and promethazine?

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Is xodol a narcotic?

Percocet helped with pain but xodol is not. so what is the difference between those two.


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