Hydrocodone 10 mg Hydrocodone And Acetaminophen

hydrocodone 10 mg Hydrocodone And Acetaminophen is a semisynthetic narcotic analgesic
and antitussive with multiple actions qualitatively similar to those of codeine. made by amneal pharmaceuticals Most of these involve the central nervous system and smooth muscle. The precise mechanism of action of hydrocodone 10 mg and other opiates is not known, although it is believed to relate to the existence of opiate receptors in the central nervous system. In addition to analgesia, narcotics may produce drowsiness, changes in mood and mental clouding.

Generic name

hydrocodone 10 mg and acetaminophen (pronounced hye droe KOE done and a seet a MIN oh fen) (generic available)

Common brand names

Vicodin, Vicodin ES, Vicodin HP, Lorcet 10/650, Lorcet Plus, Lortab,
Maxidone, Norco, Zydone, Co-Gesic, Hycet, Margesic H, Stagesic, Xodol,
Zamicet.

Usual dose limits

Moderate pain: 21/2 (2.5) to 5 mg of hydrocodone every 4 to 6 hours Severe pain: 10 mg of hydrocodone every 4 to 6 hours Do not exceed 3,000 to 4,000 mg each day of acetaminophen (depending on what your doctor prescribed, each tablet or liquid dose contains between 300 mg and 750 mg of acetaminophen).

Possible drug dependence with long-term use

hydrocodone 10 mg is an opioid that causes an exaggerated sense of well-being, which can lead to physical and psychological dependence with long-term use Abruptly stopping the medicine after long-term use can lead to withdrawal symptoms (see safety tip #10 on other side of page) Serious dependence rarely occurs when the medicine is taken as prescribed for short-term relief of pain.

Storage and disposal

Store at room temperature, protect from light and moisture Dispose of tablets securely in the trash; do not flush down the toilet Keep in a secure area away from children (and teenagers, for whom reports of abuse with this drug are common).

Side effects to report to your doctor immediately

Difficulty breathing, very slow breathing, slow heart rate, persistent dizziness or headache, excessive sleepiness, confusion, weakness, trembling, blurred vision, vomiting, muscle spasms, difficulty urinating, hearing loss, allergic reactio