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