Percocet is a painkiller that contains an opioid called oxycodone.
Norco, on the other hand, contains an opioid called hydrocodone and acetaminophen, which is a pain reliever and fever reducer. Both of these drugs work by treating different types of pain at the same time.
Therefore, Percocet treats acute onset of pain, while Norco treats chronic pain. Both of them treat pain equally, according to published research.
Additionally, Percocet has a half-life of about 4 hours, while Norco can last anywhere from 4 to 6 hours.
