Norco Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information
Norco is used for the relief of mild to moderately severe pain. Norco combines a narcotic-analgesic (Hydrocodone Bitartrate) with a non-narcotic analgesic
(Acetaminophen) which can also be used for reducing fever. Norco is usually given when Acetaminophen alone is not effective. However, Norco is not effective against Arthritis or other pain caused by inflammation. Main ingredients in Norco are Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen.
Norco Side Effects
Norco side effects include lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and shortness of breath. Other Norco side effects may include allergic reactions, anxiety, depression, mania, drowsiness, mood changes, and restlessness.
Norco Side Effects Reporting
If you experience any Norco 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.
Norco Overdose
Norco 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 Norco overdose, seek emergency medical attention
right away.
Norco Caution
Norco 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.
Norco can make you drowsy. Do not drive a vehicle or operate
machinery until you know how Norco affects you.
If you ever had an head injury, stomach problems, or lung disease,
discuss with your doctor before taking Norco.
If you are pregnant or nursing, let your doctor know about it
before taking Norco.
Norco Interactions
Hydrocodone in Norco slows the nerve cell response. Alcohol will
definitely enhance this effect.
Check with your physician before combining Norco 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.
Norco and Pregnancy
High doses of Acetaminophen in Norco could be problematic during pregnancy. Norco may pass into breast milk. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed or wait at least 4-6 hours after their last dose.
Norco 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
Norco is not recommended for children.
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