Dear llewis,

Davocet is a Schedule IV narcotic, which is generally considered one of the least potent pain relievers. Oxycodone is a Schedule II opiate and is considered to be one of the most potent. (Schedule II's are the Rx's that have to always be written and taken to the pharmacy. They cannot be phoned in--except in rare emergency cases. Even then, it is for a small, limited amount). Schedule IV's and Schedule III's can be phoned into a pharmacy by the doctor.

Dilaudid is one of the most potent Schedule II opiates available. It also comes in 8 mg tablets (even in generic). A medication called fentanyl, which is used in Duragesic patches and Actiq lozenges, is also a highly effective Schedule II opiate.

If you go back and search for posts written by Shoreline (Dave), you will find that he has recently explained this very, very well.

Sincerely,
Jon (Conductor)