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   Hydrocodone/acetaminophen

Hydrocodone/acetaminophen
(oral) (tablet, Liquid, Capsule)


Treats moderate to moderately severe pain. This medicine contains a narcotic pain reliever.

ALTERNATE NAMES

Vicodin, Vicodin ES, Lortab 7.5/500, Lortab 10/500, Lortab 5/500, Norco, Lorcet Plus, Lorcet 10/650, Maxidone, Zydone, Xodol, Xodol 5/300, Xodol 7.5/300, Lorcet, DispenseQuick Hydrocodone/APAP

 
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Hydrocodone/acetaminophen
Vicodin, Vicodin ES, Lortab 7.5/500, Lortab 10/500, Lortab 5/500, Norco, Lorcet Plus, Lorcet 10/650, Maxidone, Zydone, Xodol, Xodol 5/300, Xodol 7.5/300, Lorcet, DispenseQuick Hydrocodone/APAP
Uses
Treats moderate to moderately severe pain. This medicine contains a narcotic pain reliever.

Storage
  • Store the medicine at room temperature in a closed container, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
  • Do not freeze.
  • Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any leftover medicine after you have finished your treatment.
  • You will also need to throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed. Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.


How To Use
  • APPEARANCE: Tablet, Liquid, Capsule. Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to take and how often.
  • Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to.
  • It is not safe to use more than 4 grams (4,000 milligrams) of acetaminophen in one day (24 hours). If this medicine upsets your stomach, you may take it with food or milk. Measure the oral liquid with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup. Drink plenty of fluids to help avoid constipation.

Side Effects
  • Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects: Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing Extreme weakness, shallow breathing, slow heartbeat, sweating, cold or clammy skin Lightheadedness or fainting Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pain in the upper stomach Problems with urination Unusual bleeding or bruising Yellow skin or eyes, dark-colored urine or pale stools

Precautions
  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to acetaminophen (Tylenol®) or hydrocodone, or to other narcotic medicines (such as Darvon®, Percocet®, Percodan®).

Missed Dose
  • If you are taking this medicine on a regular schedule and you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you can.
  • If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Drug Interactions
  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have lung disease, liver disease, kidney disease, problems with urination, underactive thyroid, Addison's disease, prostate problems, a stomach disorder, or a history of head injury or brain tumor. This medicine may be habit-forming.
  • If you feel that the medicine is not working as well, do not take more than your prescribed dose.
  • Call your doctor for instructions. Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using this medicine.
  • Acetaminophen may affect the results of certain laboratory tests. This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy.
  • Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert. This medicine may cause constipation.
  • This is more common if you use it for a long time.
  • Ask your doctor if you should also use a laxative to prevent and treat constipation.

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