Brand
Name: Hydrocodone/APAP
The following
product information is not intended to replace the physician's or
manufacturer's instructions.
Most Common Medical
Uses
Hydrocodone relieves
pain. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases
the effects of hydrocodone. Together, acetaminophen and hydrocodone
are most commonly used to relieve moderate-to-severe pain. Acetaminophen
and hydrocodone may also be used for purposes other than those listed
here.
How
to Take This Medication
Take acetaminophen
and hydrocodone exactly as directed by your doctor. Take each dose
with a full glass of water. Take acetaminophen and hydrocodone with
food or milk if it upsets your stomach. Never take more of this medication
than is prescribed for you. Too much acetaminophen and hydrocodone
could be very harmful. Do not stop taking acetaminophen and hydrocodone
suddenly if you have been taking it continuously for more than 5 to
7 days. Stopping suddenly could cause withdrawal symptoms and make
you feel uncomfortable. Your doctor may want to gradually reduce your
dose.
Possible
Side Effects
Stop taking acetaminophen
and hydrocodone and seek emergency medical attention if you experience
any of the following: an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing;
closing of your throat; swelling of your 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. Less serious side effects
may be more likely to occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect
that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Precautions
Hydrocodone is
habit forming and should only be used under close supervision if you
have an alcohol or drug addiction. Before taking this medication,
tell your doctor if you have kidney disease; liver disease; asthma;
urinary retention; an enlarged prostate; hypothyroidism; seizures
epilepsy; gallbladder disease; a head injury; or Addison's disease.
Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if
you are pregnant or breast-feeding a baby. 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 acetaminophen and hydrocodone therapy.
Use extra caution.
Drug
Interactions
Do not take acetaminophen
and hydrocodone if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)
such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine
(Parnate) in the last 14 days. Dangerous side effects could result.
The most serious interactions affecting acetaminophen and hydrocodone
are with those drugs that also cause sedation. Numerous drugs may
lead to dangerous sedation if taken with acetaminophen and hydrocodone:
Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription
or over the counter medicines. Many other drugs contain acetaminophen,
especially over-the-counter pain, fever, cold, and allergy medications.
Missed
Dose
Take the missed
dose as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose of this medication.
Wait the prescribed amount of time before taking your next dose.
Storage
Store at room temperature
away from moisture and heat. Keep this and all medications out of
the reach of children.
Notes
Avoid alcohol while
taking acetaminophen and hydrocodone. Alcohol will greatly increase
the drowsiness and dizziness caused by acetaminophen and hydrocodone
and could be dangerous. Also, acetaminophen can damage your liver
if you drink three or more alcoholic beverages a day. Avoid sleeping
pills, tranquilizers, sedatives, and antihistamines except under the
supervision of your doctor. These medications also may cause dangerous
sedation. Do not share acetaminophen and hydrocodone with others for
whom it was not prescribed, since they may have a problem that is
not effectively treated by this drug.
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