Hydrocodone bitartrate with Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone is used for the relief of mild to
moderately severe pain and to suppress the cough. Hydrocodone combines a
narcotic analgesic (painkiller) and cough reliever with a non-narcotic
analgesic (Acetaminophen), which is also used for reducing fever.
Hydrocodone is considered to be more potent than codeine.
Hydrocodone Side Effects
Side effect of
Hydrocodone ranges from lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, constipation,
and shortness of breath to allergic reactions, anxiety, depression, mania,
drowsiness, mood changes, restlessness.
Hydrocodone
Caution
Hydrocodone 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 (Tylenol) or have
adrenal, kidney, liver, or prostate disorder, should take
Hydrocodone.
Hydrocodone can make you drowsy. Do not drive a
vehicle or operate machinery until you know how Hydrocodone affects
you.
If you ever had a head injury, stomach problems, or lung
disease, discuss with your doctor before taking Hydrocodone.
If you
are pregnant or nursing, let your doctor know about it before taking
Hydrocodone.
Hydrocodone Interactions
Hydrocodone slows
the nerve cell response. Alcohol will definitely enhance this
effect.
Check with your physician before combining Hydrocodone 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.
Hydrocodone Doses
ADULTS
The
usual Hydrocodone dose is 1 or 2 tablets, taken every 4 to 6 hours as
needed, up to a maximum of 8 tablets per
day.
CHILDREN
Hydrocodone is not recommended for
children.
Hydrocodone Overdose
In case of a
Hydrocodone overdose, seek emergency medical attention right
away.
Symptoms of Hydrocodone 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,and vomiting.
In case of Hydrocodone overdose,seek medical help right away.
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