Watson Is Now Actavis Generic Percocet 5/325 What Is Up With This (Page 35) (Top voted first)

I had been taking 5/325 generic Watson percocet for 4 years. Suddenly I get notified by Walgreens which I have insurance that there is no more Watson brand and I was given generic percocet 5/325 by Actavis. It is not the same at all. It has no pain relief for me. I used to break the watsons in half sometimes and never had a funny taste. I just broke one of the actavis white tablets in half and it immediately tasted like salt or alka seltzer? Has anyone had any issues with this drug too. Also, along with it not working right it has made my GI tract and stomach so ill feeling and cramping. This is not right how can they take away a medicine that someone has been on for 4 years without any problems and tell them to suddenly switch. Would a peson who has been on a certain heart medication for years be told to suddenly switch that he can't get that medicine anymore? I don't think so. I don't know what I am going to do but when it comes time to have my rx re-filled it will not be with Actavis and I will have to pharmacy shop I guess to see if I can find Watson. I am very depressed now and so unhappy I can't believe it.

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I've taken percocet for years for my menstrual cramps. Watson was always the best generic. When that disappeared, my pharmacist at Sam's Club did some research for me and said Rhodes was the next best. He also recommended asking my doctor for a prescription for Vistaril to take with the 5/325 because Vistaril helps increase the effectiveness of certain narcotic pain meds. Been smooth sailing for years until Saturday afternoon when I went to pick up my prescription and had only one third filled with Rhodes, the rest with Mallinkrodt. Told Rhodes was no longer available. Tried the Mall. Might as well have taken a Tylenol. Waiting to find out if Rhodes is no longer available permanently or just temporarily.

Anyone who says the generics don't have variations is lying.

I don't know what to look for next if Rhodes is gone forever. I suppose I should count my blessings menopause is on the horizon.

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So what is it I have the 3369 white with the Watson on the other side is it gareric Vic or perc

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My oxycodone acetaminophen does not do anything for my paine I use to get percott and the mfg is mallinckrodt is no good I have Rheumrtroid arthritis and this is no longer working for me they changed everything

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Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is Now Actavis, Inc. PARSIPPANY, N.J. , Jan. 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today announced that the company has adopted Actavis, Inc. ... The company first announced its intention to change its name last year, following its acquisition of the Actavis Group .Jan 24, 2013

Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is Now Actavis, Inc. - Allergan

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Hi Lola,
Sorry I didn't reply sooner. I had the sports medicine doc today, and it was a really good visit. I found out that my shoulder pain, is actually coming from my neck. I start Methylprednisolone in the morning for 5 days, and then another nerve pain med after that. She is a pretty good doctor, and I've seen her in the past, so I'm hoping to see results. To answer your question, yes unfortunitely I have Actavis brand right now. When it's time for my refill, I am making a "B" line for rite aid. Even Endocet wasn't this bad! I believe that's what Sam's club has, but you can check though to be sure. I'll let you know what Costco has. It's kind of hard to find something other than Actavis.

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Updating since a few weeks ago. I switched from Walgreen to Walmart on my Percocet. I can hold off longer to take the next one and the stomach burning and pains are all gone. Interesting. Especially since they are the same strength and about half the size. Thanks for all the advice everyone posted. It sure helped me.

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Hello, Lola! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem that you're having.

However, I can assure you that this type of thing does happen to us heart patients, too. I've had several that worked well for me, only to have them become unavailable and I've had to switch, so it happens with virtually every therapeutic category.

What are the markings on the one that you're having a problem with, is it the A 333 one?

Many have been complaining about it.

This is a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation.

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I understand your frustration however Watson merged with Actavis....go to watson.com ...........Guess you didn't know or whatever the case but you are getting the same medication as before. I'm not trying to sound rude but sometimes we as humans don't accept change very well. That being said I think it's in your head that it's no good.....Not trying to be funny but talk to your pharmacist because if he/she knows about the merge then they will tell you the same as I'm telling you......ASK THEM FOR ENDOCET...I like it pretty well and it helps me a lot

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I'm sorry to say this but most of you sound like total drug addicts!!! Trust me, I know! I used to be addicted to "Percocet", myself! It's really all in your heads... It is, what it is! After you take opiates for awhile they start to have a different effect on you. Sleepiness, sadness, depression & desperation! Detox yourselves and your pain will get better!

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There is nothing wrong with the Actavis. Been using them for years... and several other brands. It's all in your head is MY opinion, but there is the slightest (and I mean freekin' slim) that the theory of some binder and inactive ingredients could possibly be the cause of all you addicts who are afraid of anything you haven't used or gotten used to. I see the same thing all over the place. It's addict thinking.

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