hydrocodone 10
Acetaminophen (hye dreo KOE done and ah see ta MIH no fen)
Brand Names: Anexsia, Anolor DH5, Bancap HC, Dolacet, Lorcet 10/650, Lorcet HD,Lorcet Plus, Lortab, Lortab 10, Lortab 5/500, Lortab 7.5/500, Lortab Elixir, Norco,T-Gesic, Vicodin, Vicodin ES, Vicodin HP, Zydone
What is the most important information I should know about hydrocodone andacetaminophen ?
• Hydrocodone is habit forming hydrocodone 10. It is possible become physically and/orpsychologically dependent on the medication hydrocodone 10. Do not take more than the prescribedamount of medication or take it for longer than is directed by your doctor hydrocodone 10. Withdrawal effects may occur if hydrocodone and acetaminophen is stopped suddenlyafter several weeks of continuous use hydrocodone 10. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reductionin dose hydrocodone 10.
• Avoid alcohol while taking hydrocodone and acetaminophen hydrocodone 10. Alcohol canincrease drowsiness and dizziness caused by the medication, possibly resultingin unconsciousness and death hydrocodone 10. Also, acetaminophen can be damaging to the liverwhen taken with alcohol hydrocodone 10.
• hydrocodone and acetaminophen may increase the effects of other drugsthat cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, painrelievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and muscle relaxants hydrocodone 10. Dangeroussedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur if hydrocodone and acetaminophenis taken with any of these medications hydrocodone 10. Tell your doctor about all medicinesthat you are taking, and do not take any medicine without first talking to yourdoctor hydrocodone 10.
• hydrocodone and acetaminophen may cause constipation hydrocodone 10. Drink plenty ofwater (six to eight full glasses a day) to lessen this side effect hydrocodone 10. Increasedfiber in the diet may also help to alleviate constipation hydrocodone 10.
What is hydrocodone and acetaminophen ?
• Hydrocodone (related to codeine) is in a class of drugs called narcoticanalgesics hydrocodone 10. It relieves pain hydrocodone 10.
• Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effectsof hydrocodone hydrocodone 10.
• Together, hydrocodone and acetaminophen are used to relieve moderate-to-severepain hydrocodone 10.
• hydrocodone and acetaminophen may also be used for purposes other thanthose listed in this medication guide hydrocodone 10.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking hydrocodoneand acetaminophen ?
• Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have
· a history of alcohol or drug abuse;
· kidney disease;
· liver disease;
· asthma;
· urinary retention;
· an enlarged prostate;
· hypothyroidism;
· seizures or epilepsy;
· gallbladder disease;
· a head injury; or
· Addison's disease hydrocodone 10.
• You may not be able to take hydrocodone and acetaminophen , or you mayrequire a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you haveany of the conditions listed above hydrocodone 10.
• hydrocodone and acetaminophen is in the FDA pregnancy category C hydrocodone 10. Thismeans that it is not known whether it will be harmful to an unborn baby hydrocodone 10. Donot take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnantor could become pregnant during treatment hydrocodone 10.
• hydrocodone and acetaminophen passes into breast milk and may affecta nursing infant hydrocodone 10. Do not take this medication without first talking to yourdoctor if you are breast-feeding a baby hydrocodone 10.
• If you are younger than 18 years of age or older than 60 years of age,you may be more likely to experience side effects from hydrocodone and acetaminophenhydrocodone 10. Your doctor may prescribe a lower dose hydrocodone 10.
How should I take hydrocodone and acetaminophen ?
• Take hydrocodone and acetaminophen exactly as directed by your doctor hydrocodone 10. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctorto explain them to you hydrocodone 10.
• Take each dose with a full glass of water hydrocodone 10.
• Take hydrocodone and acetaminophen with food or milk if it causes stomachupset hydrocodone 10.
• To ensure that you get a correct dose, measure the liquid form of hydrocodoneand acetaminophen with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not with a regulartable spoon hydrocodone 10. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacistwhere you can get one hydrocodone 10.
• Hydrocodone is habit forming hydrocodone 10. It is possible become physically and/orpsychologically dependent on the medication hydrocodone 10. Do not take more than the prescribedamount of medication or take it for longer than is directed by your doctor hydrocodone 10. Withdrawal effects may occur if hydrocodone and acetaminophen is stopped suddenlyafter several weeks of continuous use hydrocodone 10. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reductionin dose hydrocodone 10.
• hydrocodone and acetaminophen may cause constipation hydrocodone 10. Drink plenty ofwater (six to eight full glasses a day) to lessen this side effect hydrocodone 10. Increasedfiber in the diet may also help to alleviate constipation hydrocodone 10.
• Store hydrocodone and acetaminophen at room temperature away from moistureand heat hydrocodone 10.
What happens if I miss a dose?
• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember hydrocodone 10. Do not take a double doseof this medication hydrocodone 10. Wait the prescribed amount of time before taking the nextdose hydrocodone 10.
What happens if I overdose?
• Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected hydrocodone 10.
• Symptoms of an hydrocodone and acetaminophen overdose may include slowbreathing, seizures, dizziness, weakness, loss of consciousness, coma, confusion,tiredness, cold and clammy skin, small pupils, nausea, vomiting, and sweating hydrocodone 10.
What should I avoid while taking hydrocodone and acetaminophen ?
• Avoid alcohol while taking hydrocodone and acetaminophen hydrocodone 10. Alcohol canincrease drowsiness and dizziness caused by the medication, possibly resultingin unconsciousness and death hydrocodone 10. Also, acetaminophen can be damaging to the liverwhen taken with alcohol hydrocodone 10.
• hydrocodone and acetaminophen may increase the effects of other drugsthat cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, painrelievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and muscle relaxants hydrocodone 10. Dangeroussedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur if hydrocodone and acetaminophenis taken with any of these medications hydrocodone 10. Tell your doctor about all medicinesthat you are taking, and do not take any medicine without first talking to yourdoctor hydrocodone 10.
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardousactivities hydrocodone 10. Hydrocodone may cause drowsiness or dizziness hydrocodone 10. If you experiencedrowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities hydrocodone 10.
• Other products may also contain acetaminophen, especially over-the-counterpain, fever, cold, and allergy medications hydrocodone 10. Do not take any other products thatcontain acetaminophen without first talking to your doctor hydrocodone 10. Too much acetaminophencan be dangerous hydrocodone 10.
What are the possible side effects of hydrocodone and acetaminophen ?
• If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop takinghydrocodone and acetaminophen and seek emergency medical attention or contactyour doctor immediately:
· an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat;swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
· slow, weak breathing;
· seizures;
· cold, clammy skin;
· severe weakness or dizziness;
· unconsciousness;
· yellowing of the skin or eyes; or
· unusual fatigue, bleeding, or bruising hydrocodone 10.
• Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur hydrocodone 10. Continueto take hydrocodone and acetaminophen and talk to your doctor if you experience
· constipation;
· dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, or decreased appetite;
· dizziness, tiredness, or lightheadedness;
· muscle twitches;
· sweating;
· itching;
· decreased urination; or
· decreased sex drive hydrocodone 10.
• Hydrocodone is habit forming hydrocodone 10. It is possible become physically and/orpsychologically dependent on the medication hydrocodone 10. Do not take more than the prescribedamount of medication or take it for longer than is directed by your doctor hydrocodone 10. Withdrawal effects may occur if hydrocodone and acetaminophen is stopped suddenlyafter several weeks of continuous use hydrocodone 10. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reductionin dose hydrocodone 10.
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur hydrocodone 10. Talk to yourdoctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome hydrocodone 10.
What other drugs will affect hydrocodone and acetaminophen ?
• Do not take hydrocodone and acetaminophen if you have taken a monoamineoxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil),or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days hydrocodone 10. Dangerous side effects couldresult hydrocodone 10.
• hydrocodone and acetaminophen may increase the effects of other drugsthat cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, painrelievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and muscle relaxants hydrocodone 10. Dangeroussedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur if hydrocodone and acetaminophenis taken with any of these medications hydrocodone 10. Tell your doctor about all medicinesthat you are taking, and do not take any medicine without first talking to yourdoctor hydrocodone 10.
• Other products may also contain acetaminophen, especially over-the-counterpain, fever, cold, and allergy medications hydrocodone 10. Do not take any other products thatcontain acetaminophen without first talking to your doctor hydrocodone 10. Too much acetaminophencan be dangerous hydrocodone 10.
• Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with hydrocodoneand acetaminophen hydrocodone 10. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescriptionor over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products hydrocodone 10.
Where can I get more information?
• Your pharmacist has additional information about hydrocodone and acetaminophenwritten for health professionals that you may read hydrocodone 10.
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