Hydrocodone is in a group of drugs called narcotic pain relievers.
Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone.
The combination of hydrocodone and acetaminophen is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
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Hydrocodone bitartrate is an opioid analgesic and antitussive and occurs as fine, white crystals or as a crystalline powder. It is affected by light. The chemical name is 4,5- epoxy-3-methoxy-17-methylmorphinan-6-one tartrate (1:1) hydrate (2:5).
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hydrocodine - Trusted Medicine - Misspelled Drug Names
hydrocodine
Hydrocodine (related to codeine) - This class of drugs called pain relievers.
acetaminophen - is a weak anesthetic, strengthening effect hydrocodine.
Hydrocodine and acetaminophen are intended to lift the severe pain.
Hydrocodine and acetaminophen can be used for other purposes not mentioned in this guide.
Before taking Hydrocodine tell your doctor if you
Alcohol or drug abuse;
kidney disease;
liver disease;
asthma;
increase prostate;
convulsions or epilepsy;
gallbladder disease;
head injuries
You can not take hydrocodine and acetaminophen, or you need to correct dose and special monitoring during
treatment if you have one of the above.
Hydrocodine and acetaminophen belong to the category C on the FDA classification for the pregnancy. This
means that the harmful effects of drugs on the fetus is not proven. Do not take hydrocodine and acetaminophen
if you are pregnant, do not advise tentatively with a doctor.
hydrocodine and acetaminophen penetrate into breast milk. Do not take drugs, if you are breast-feeding
mother who did not previously advised a doctor.
If you are under 18 years of age or over 60 you are more prone to side effects hydrocodine and acetaminophen.
Dosage
Take hydrocodine and acetaminophen in strict accordance with the requirements of the physician to
clarify the indication for use, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
If the hydrocodine and acetaminophen cause an upset stomach, medications should be taken with milk
or with eating.
In order to verify the accuracy of the dose measure solution with the help of dimensional spoons,
dimensional cup, rather than the usual tablespoon. If you do not have dimensional
spoons, ask a pharmacist where you can buy.
hydrocodine cause addictive. When you receive this drug raises the physical and psychological
dependence. Do not exceed the prescribed dose and not take the drug longer than a specified
period of time. In sharp cease after several weeks of continuous reception may be the effect
of abstinence. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reduction in your dosage.
hydrocodine and acetaminophen can cause constipation. Recommended abundant drink (six to eight
glasses of water a day) to reduce side effects. Avoid the hardware help to the abundance of fat in the daily diet.
Keep the drug should be at room temperature in a dry place.
Side Effects
Immediately stop taking the drug and consult a doctor if you experience the following serious side effects:
allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; narrowing of the airways, swelling
of lips, tongue, face, or hives);
rare, bad breath;
cramps;
cold moist skin;
severe weakness or dizziness;
loss of consciousness;
yellowing of skin and eye proteins, or
increased fatigue, bleeding or bruises education.
Rather may be other, less serious side effects. Continue to receive the drug and tell your doctor if you
constipation;
dry mouth, nausea, vomiting or reducing appetite;
dizziness, fatigue or a sense of emptiness in the head;
muscle cramps;
sweating;
itching;
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