hydrocodone allergic reaction
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 allergic reaction. It is possible become physically and/orpsychologically dependent on the medication hydrocodone allergic reaction. Do not take more than the prescribedamount of medication or take it for longer than is directed by your doctor hydrocodone allergic reaction. Withdrawal effects may occur if hydrocodone and acetaminophen is stopped suddenlyafter several weeks of continuous use hydrocodone allergic reaction. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reductionin dose hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• Avoid alcohol while taking hydrocodone and acetaminophen hydrocodone allergic reaction. Alcohol canincrease drowsiness and dizziness caused by the medication, possibly resultingin unconsciousness and death hydrocodone allergic reaction. Also, acetaminophen can be damaging to the liverwhen taken with alcohol hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• 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 allergic reaction. Dangeroussedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur if hydrocodone and acetaminophenis taken with any of these medications hydrocodone allergic reaction. Tell your doctor about all medicinesthat you are taking, and do not take any medicine without first talking to yourdoctor hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• hydrocodone and acetaminophen may cause constipation hydrocodone allergic reaction. Drink plenty ofwater (six to eight full glasses a day) to lessen this side effect hydrocodone allergic reaction. Increasedfiber in the diet may also help to alleviate constipation hydrocodone allergic reaction.
What is hydrocodone and acetaminophen ?
• Hydrocodone (related to codeine) is in a class of drugs called narcoticanalgesics hydrocodone allergic reaction. It relieves pain hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effectsof hydrocodone hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• Together, hydrocodone and acetaminophen are used to relieve moderate-to-severepain hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• hydrocodone and acetaminophen may also be used for purposes other thanthose listed in this medication guide hydrocodone allergic reaction.
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 allergic reaction.
• 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 allergic reaction.
• hydrocodone and acetaminophen is in the FDA pregnancy category C hydrocodone allergic reaction. Thismeans that it is not known whether it will be harmful to an unborn baby hydrocodone allergic reaction. Donot take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnantor could become pregnant during treatment hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• hydrocodone and acetaminophen passes into breast milk and may affecta nursing infant hydrocodone allergic reaction. Do not take this medication without first talking to yourdoctor if you are breast-feeding a baby hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• 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 allergic reaction. Your doctor may prescribe a lower dose hydrocodone allergic reaction.
How should I take hydrocodone and acetaminophen ?
• Take hydrocodone and acetaminophen exactly as directed by your doctor hydrocodone allergic reaction. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctorto explain them to you hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• Take each dose with a full glass of water hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• Take hydrocodone and acetaminophen with food or milk if it causes stomachupset hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• 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 allergic reaction. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacistwhere you can get one hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• Hydrocodone is habit forming hydrocodone allergic reaction. It is possible become physically and/orpsychologically dependent on the medication hydrocodone allergic reaction. Do not take more than the prescribedamount of medication or take it for longer than is directed by your doctor hydrocodone allergic reaction. Withdrawal effects may occur if hydrocodone and acetaminophen is stopped suddenlyafter several weeks of continuous use hydrocodone allergic reaction. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reductionin dose hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• hydrocodone and acetaminophen may cause constipation hydrocodone allergic reaction. Drink plenty ofwater (six to eight full glasses a day) to lessen this side effect hydrocodone allergic reaction. Increasedfiber in the diet may also help to alleviate constipation hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• Store hydrocodone and acetaminophen at room temperature away from moistureand heat hydrocodone allergic reaction.
What happens if I miss a dose?
• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember hydrocodone allergic reaction. Do not take a double doseof this medication hydrocodone allergic reaction. Wait the prescribed amount of time before taking the nextdose hydrocodone allergic reaction.
What happens if I overdose?
• Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• 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 allergic reaction.
What should I avoid while taking hydrocodone and acetaminophen ?
• Avoid alcohol while taking hydrocodone and acetaminophen hydrocodone allergic reaction. Alcohol canincrease drowsiness and dizziness caused by the medication, possibly resultingin unconsciousness and death hydrocodone allergic reaction. Also, acetaminophen can be damaging to the liverwhen taken with alcohol hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• 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 allergic reaction. Dangeroussedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur if hydrocodone and acetaminophenis taken with any of these medications hydrocodone allergic reaction. Tell your doctor about all medicinesthat you are taking, and do not take any medicine without first talking to yourdoctor hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardousactivities hydrocodone allergic reaction. Hydrocodone may cause drowsiness or dizziness hydrocodone allergic reaction. If you experiencedrowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• Other products may also contain acetaminophen, especially over-the-counterpain, fever, cold, and allergy medications hydrocodone allergic reaction. Do not take any other products thatcontain acetaminophen without first talking to your doctor hydrocodone allergic reaction. Too much acetaminophencan be dangerous hydrocodone allergic reaction.
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 allergic reaction.
• Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur hydrocodone allergic reaction. 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 allergic reaction.
• Hydrocodone is habit forming hydrocodone allergic reaction. It is possible become physically and/orpsychologically dependent on the medication hydrocodone allergic reaction. Do not take more than the prescribedamount of medication or take it for longer than is directed by your doctor hydrocodone allergic reaction. Withdrawal effects may occur if hydrocodone and acetaminophen is stopped suddenlyafter several weeks of continuous use hydrocodone allergic reaction. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reductionin dose hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur hydrocodone allergic reaction. Talk to yourdoctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome hydrocodone allergic reaction.
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 allergic reaction. Dangerous side effects couldresult hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• 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 allergic reaction. Dangeroussedation, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur if hydrocodone and acetaminophenis taken with any of these medications hydrocodone allergic reaction. Tell your doctor about all medicinesthat you are taking, and do not take any medicine without first talking to yourdoctor hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• Other products may also contain acetaminophen, especially over-the-counterpain, fever, cold, and allergy medications hydrocodone allergic reaction. Do not take any other products thatcontain acetaminophen without first talking to your doctor hydrocodone allergic reaction. Too much acetaminophencan be dangerous hydrocodone allergic reaction.
• Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with hydrocodoneand acetaminophen hydrocodone allergic reaction. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescriptionor over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products hydrocodone allergic reaction.
Where can I get more information?
• Your pharmacist has additional information about hydrocodone and acetaminophenwritten for health professionals that you may read hydrocodone allergic reaction.
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