Hydrocet

Main Ingredients: Hydrocodone Bitartrate + Acetaminophen

Hydrocet is used for the relief of mild to moderately severe pain. Hydrocet combines a narcotic-analgesic (Hydrocodone Bitartrate) with a non-narcotic analgesic (Acetaminophen) which can also be used for reducing fever. Hydrocet is usually given when Acetaminophen alone is not effective. However, Hydrocet is not effective against Arthritis or other pain caused by inflammation.

Hydrocet Side Effects

Side effect of Hydrocet range from lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and shortness of breath to allergic reactions, anxiety, depression, mania, drowsiness, mood changes, restlessness.

Hydrocet Caution

Hydrocet is habit forming.Use it exactly as prescribed by your physician. If you were addicted to narcotics or painkillers in the past, let your doctor know about it.

No one who had an allergic reaction to Hydrocodone or Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) or have adrenal, kidney, liver, or prostate disorder, should take this drug.
Hydrocet can make you drowsy. Do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery until you know how Hydrocet affects you.
If you ever had an head injury, stomach problems, or lung disease, discuss with your doctor before taking Hydrocet .
If you are pregnant or nursing, let your doctor know about it before taking Hydrocet .

Hydrocet Interactions

Hydrocodone in Hydrocet slows the nerve cell response. Alcohol will definitely enhance this effect.

Check with your physician before combining Hydrocet with the anti-depressant, anti anxiety drugs. Cold medicines that has Antihistamines, tranquilizers, MAO inhibitors, other narcotic analgesics as well as herbal anti-depressant, St. John’s wort.

Hydrocet and Pregnancy

High doses of Acetaminophen in Hydrocet could be problematic during pregnancy. Hydrocet may pass into breast milk. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed or wait at least 4-6 hours after their last dose.

Hydrocet Doses

ADULTS

The usual dose is 1 or 2 tablets, taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed, up to a maximum of 8 tablets per day.
CHILDREN
Hydrocet is not recommended for children.

Hydrocet Overdose

Symptoms of Hydrocet overdose include bluish skin, blood disorders, cold and clammy skin, extreme sleepiness that can leads to coma, general bodily discomfort, heart problems, heavy perspiration, kidney problems, limp muscles, liver failure, low blood pressure, nausea, slow heartbeat, vomiting. In case of Hydrocet overdose, seek emergency medical attention right away.