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Generic name: HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE 10mg, ACETAMINOPHEN 300mg
Dosage form: tablet
Drug class: Narcotic analgesic combinations
Strength: 300 mg / 10 mg
Color: White
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Description
What is Vicodin?
Vicodin is also an opioid pain reliever. It contains hydrocodone and acetaminophen. It is used for severe, acute pain, and should only be used for a short period of time unless otherwise instructed by your healthcare provider.
Generic Norco
Used for Pain
How Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) works
Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) is a combination of two medications that work together to treat pain.
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Hydrocodone is an opioid. It attaches to certain mu-opioid receptors in your brain to lower how much pain you feel.
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Acetaminophen is an analgesic. It blocks the production of certain chemicals in your brain that play a role in pain. As a result, acetaminophen helps relieve pain.
Drug Facts
Common BrandsVicodin, Vicodin ES, Vicodin HP (brand names no longer available)
Drug ClassOpioid / Analgesic
Controlled Substance ClassificationSchedule II
Generic StatusLower-cost generic available
AvailabilityDiscontinued
What are the side effects of Vicotin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen)?
The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Itching
Other Side Effects
- Headache
- Tiredness
- “Brain fog”
- Stomach pain
- Changes in blood pressure
Serious Side Effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Dangerously slow breathing: trouble breathing; bluish-colored lips, fingers, or toes
- Accidentally taking too much (overdose): not responding to sound or touch, slowed breathing, extreme sleepiness, cold or clammy skin, slow heartbeat, upper right-sided stomach pain, dark urine, yellowing of your skin or eyes
- Opioid withdrawal: anxiety, suicidal thoughts, restlessness, runny nose, yawning, sweating, chills, wide pupils, irritability
- Serious allergic reaction or skin reaction: rash, hives, blistering or peeling skin, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat, dizziness, feeling warm suddenly
Frequently asked questions about Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen)
Is Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) an opioid?
Yes. Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) is a combination medication that has an opioid called hydrocodone in it. The other ingredient is acetaminophen, also known as Tylenol.
Does Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) have a risk for addiction?
Yes, opioid medications like Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) have a risk for addiction. It’s one of the reasons why opioids are considered controlled substances. Addiction can happen as a result of misuse, or when a medication is used for non-medical reasons for its desirable physical or emotional effects. Signs of addiction include having cravings to use the medication, continuing to use the medication even though you have negative consequences from it, and having withdrawal symptoms when you stop taking it. Take opioid medications exactly as prescribed to you. Don’t change the dose or how often you take it without talking to your prescriber. Talk with your prescriber if you’re concerned about the risk for addiction.
Does Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) make you sleepy?
Yes, opioids like Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) can make you sleepy. Let your prescriber and care team know if you’re taking other medications that make you sleepy, such as benzodiazepines or muscle relaxants. Mixing opioids with these types of medications or alcohol can make sleepiness more intense. Avoid alcohol while you’re taking opioids. Also avoid driving or doing anything that requires concentration until you know how Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) affects you.
How long does it take for Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) to kick in?
It takes about 30 minutes for Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) to start working to relieve pain.
What’s the difference between Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) and Percocet (oxycodone / acetaminophen)?
Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) and Percocet (oxycodone / acetaminophen) are both pain medications that contain a combination of an opioid and acetaminophen. But the opioid is different: Vicodin contains hydrocodone, and Percocet contains oxycodone. Some studies comparing these opioids showed that they generally work just as well as each other for pain. Nausea and dizziness occurred less often in people who took acetaminophen with hydrocodone than with oxycodone. But another study found that constipation from hydrocodone was more common than from oxycodone. Speak with your prescriber to learn more about the differences between Vicodin and Percocet.
What’s the difference between Norco and Vicodin?
Norco and Vicodin are brand-name medications that contain the same two active ingredients, hydrocodone and acetaminophen. Both brand-name medications have strengths that contain 5 mg, 7.5 mg, or 10 mg of hydrocodone. But Vicodin and Norco contain differing amounts of acetaminophen. Both Vicodin and Norco brand names have been discontinued and aren’t available in the United States anymore. But there are generic hydrocodone/acetaminophen tablets that are still available.
Can I take Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) if I’m pregnant?
Opioids like Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) generally aren’t recommended during pregnancy unless the benefits are clearly greater than the risks. Taking opioids while you’re expecting can raise the risk of developmental and growth problems in your baby. Your unborn baby can become dependent on the opioid and then develop neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome after they’re born. This is a serious, life-threatening problem that happens when your newborn baby has opioid withdrawal symptoms, like poor feeding and sucking behavior, abnormal sleep patterns, and possibly seizures.
Can I take Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) if I’m breastfeeding?
Discuss with your prescriber about the risks and benefits of taking Vicodin (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) while you’re breastfeeding. If you need to breastfeed, it’s usually recommended to try non-opioid pain medications first before considering opioid medications. This is because the hydrocodone in this combination medication can get into breast milk. Breastfeeding your baby while you’re taking this opioid medication can raise the risk of serious and potentially life-threatening side effects in your baby. These side effects can include sleepiness, slowed breathing or other breathing problems, slowed heartbeat, and limpness. Speak with your prescriber about other options that might be safer, like switching to another medication or using baby formula instead.
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| Dosage | 5mg/300mg, 7.5mg/300mg, 10mg/300mg, 5mg/500mg, 10mg/660mg, 7.5mg/750mg |
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| Quantity | 20, 30, 60 |
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