Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Hydrocodone Tablet
Hydrocodone Tablet
| Generic name | Hydrocodone bitartrate |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Opioid (narcotic) analgesic / antitussive |
| Forms | Tablet, Extended-release tablet, Capsule, Liquid/syrup |
Hydrocodone is a strong prescription opioid pain medicine. It is often combined with acetaminophen and is used to manage pain that is severe enough to need an opioid, when other pain treatments have not worked well enough or cannot be tolerated.
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General information, not medical advice
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- Follow your prescriber and the leaflet
- Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
- Doses and warnings differ by country and product
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