Vicodin is a tablet containing a combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone. Hydrocodone is in a group of drugs called narcotic pain relievers.
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Vicodin (Hydrocodone bitartrate and acetaminophen) is supplied in tablet form for oral administration.
Hydrocodone bitartrate is an opioid analgesic and antitussive and occurs as fine, white crystals or as a crystalline powder.
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vicodine
Vicodine (Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen)
Hydrocodone (related to codeine) - This class of analgetic drugs. This anesthetic drug.
Acetaminophen - is a weak anesthetic, strengthening effect Hydrocodone.
Hydrocodone and acetaminophen are intended to lift the severe pain.
vicodine can be used for other purposes not mentioned in this guide.
Before taking vicodine tell your doctor if you
Alcohol or drug abuse;
kidney disease;
liver disease;
asthma;
increase prostate;
hypothyroidism;
convulsions or epilepsy;
head injuries,
You can not take vicodine, or you need to correct dose and special monitoring during treatment
if you have one of these diseases.
vicodine belongs to the category C on the FDA classification for the pregnancy.
This means that the harmful effects of drugs on the fetus is not proven. Do not take vicodine if you are pregnant,
do not advise tentatively with a doctor.
vicodine penetrates into breast milk. Do not take drugs, if you are breast-feeding mother who did not
previously advised a doctor.
If you are under 18 years of age or over 60 you are more prone to side effects vicodine.
A doctor can write you reduce the daily dose.
Dosage
Take vicodine in strict accordance with the requirements of the physician to clarify the indication for use,
consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
If the vicodine cause an upset stomach, medications should be taken with milk or with eating.
In order to verify the accuracy of the dose measure solution with the help of dimensional spoons,
pipettes, or dimensional cup, rather than the usual tablespoon. If you do not have dimensional spoons,
ask a pharmacist where you can buy.
Hydrocodone cause addictive. When you receive this drug raises the physical and psychological dependence.
Do not exceed the prescribed dose and not take the drug longer than a specified period of time.
In sharp cease after several weeks of continuous reception may be the effect of abstinence.
Your doctor may recommend a gradual reduction in your dosage.
vicodine can cause constipation. Recommended abundant drink (six to eight glasses of water a day)
to reduce side effects. Avoid the hardware help to the abundance of fat in the daily diet.
Keep the drug should be at room temperature in a dry place.
Side effects
Immediately stop taking vicodine and consult a doctor if you experience the following serious side effects:
allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; narrowing of the airways,
swelling of lips, tongue, face, or hives);
rare, bad breath;
cramps;
cold moist skin;
severe weakness or dizziness;
loss of consciousness;
yellowing of skin and eye proteins, or
increased fatigue, bleeding or bruises education.
Rather may be other, less serious side effects. Continue to receive the drug and tell your doctor if you
constipation;
dry mouth, nausea, vomiting or reducing appetite;
dizziness, fatigue or a sense of emptiness in the head;
muscle cramps;
sweating;
itching;
difficulty in urination or
reducing sex.
Hydrocodone cause addictive. When you receive this drug raises the physical and psychological
dependence. Do not exceed the prescribed dose and not take the drug longer than a specified period of time.
In sharp cease after several weeks of continuous reception may be the effect of abstinence. Your doctor may
recommend a gradual reduction in your dosage.
There may be other side effects than those listed here. Any unusual side effects, particularly those
that give rise to your doctor.
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