Hydrocodone Medication Information
Get detailed information on Hydrocodone, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Hydrocodone provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Hydrocodone ICD Code : Y45.0 Therapeutic Classification : AnalgesicsTrade Names/Brand Names of Hydrocodone
International :
Anexsia, Dolorex Forte, Hycet, Liquicet, Lorcet, Lortab, Maxidone, Norco, Polygesic, Stagesic, Vicodin, Vicodin ES, Vicodin HP, Xodol, Zydone
Why is Hydrocodone Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a narcotic analgesic, prescribed for moderate to severe pain along with other medications. It relieves cough by decreasing activity in the part of the brain that causes coughing.When should Hydrocodone not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with obstructive airway disease, infants and young children with acute diarrhea.What is the dosage of Hydrocodone?
PO- The recommended dose is 5-10 mg 4-6 hourly.How should Hydrocodone be taken?
It comes as a tablet, capsule, syrup, and solution to take by mouth.What are the warnings and precautions for Hydrocodone?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of lung, liver or kidney disease; breathing problems, head injury, prostate enlargement, urethral stricture, Addison's disease, increased eye pressure, under active or over active thyroid, intestinal, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
