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