Lortab Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information
Lortab side effects include lightheadedness, nausea,
vomiting, constipation, and shortness of breath. Other Lortab side effects may include allergic reactions,
anxiety, depression, mania, drowsiness, mood changes, and
restlessness.
LORTAB SIDE EFFECTS REPORTING
If you experience any side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.
Lortab is used for the relief of mild to moderately severe pain. Lortab combines a narcotic-analgesic
(Hydrocodone Bitartrate) with a non-narcotic analgesic
(Acetaminophen) which can also be used for reducing fever. Lortab is usually given when Acetaminophen alone is not effective. However, Lortab is not effective against Arthritis or other pain caused by inflammation. Main ingredients in Lortab are Hydrocodone Bitartrate and
Acetaminophen.
LORTAB OVERDOSE
Lortab overdose symptoms 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 Lortab overdose, seek emergency medical attention
right away. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you can. However, if it is just about time for your next dose, skip the one you forgot and go on with your regular schedule. Never take a double dose.
Lortab Caution
Lortab 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.
Lortab can make you drowsy. Do not drive a vehicle or operate
machinery until you know how Lortab affects you.
If you ever had an head injury, stomach problems, or lung disease,
discuss with your doctor before taking Lortab .
If you are pregnant or nursing, let your doctor know about it
before taking Lortab .
Lortab Interactions
Hydrocodone in Lortab slows the nerve cell response. Alcohol will
definitely enhance this effect.
Check with your physician before combining Lortab 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.
Lortab and Pregnancy
High doses of Acetaminophen in Lortab could be problematic during pregnancy. Lortab may pass into breast milk. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed or wait at least 4-6 hours after their last dose.
Lortab 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
Lortab is not recommended for children.
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