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Vicodin is a prescription pain medication and a combination drug of Hydrocodone and acetaminophen. Hydrocodone is an opioid pain medication used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain. sometimes, an opioid is also known as a narcotic. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever and works by increasing the effect of Hydrocodone.

How Does Vicodin Work?

Vicodin acts on endo morphine receptors in the central nervous system and works by binding to opiate receptors inside the human brain, which helps to lessen the feelings and perception of the pain.

You may buy Vicodin online also for other medical uses which are not mentioned in this medication guide.

This opioid drug is not for use in children younger than 6 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects.

How Supplied?

Vicodin 5 mg/300 mg

  • Color: white
  • Shape: capsule-shaped, bisected tablets
  • Imprinted as: debossed “5′ score “300” on one side and “Vicodin” on another side in bottles of 100 and 500 tablets
  • NDC for 100: NDC 0074-3041-13
  • NDC for 500: NDC 0074-3041-53

Vicodin 7.5 mg/300 mg

  • Color: white
  • Shape: capsule-shaped, bisected tablets
  • Imprinted as: debossed “7.5′ score “300” on one side and “Vicodin ES” on another side in bottles of 100 and 500 tablets
  • NDC for 100: NDC 0074-3043-13
  • NDC for 500: NDC 0074-3043-53

Vicodin 10 mg/300 mg

  • Color: white
  • Shape: capsule-shaped, bisected tablets
  • Imprinted as: debossed “10′ score “300” on one side and “Vicodin HP” on another side in bottles of 100 and 500 tablets
  • NDC for 100: NDC 0074-3054-13
  • NDC for 500: NDC 0074-3054-53

Dosage

Your dosage should be based on the severity of the pain and the response of your body. This medication may be habit-forming and cause drug dependence due to its high potential.

You are advised to take the drug exactly as prescribed by your doctor for the shortest period.

  • Vicodin 5 mg/300 mg (Hydrocodone and acetaminophen)

The usual dosage for adults is 1 to 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours. Do not take more than 8 tablets

  • Vicodin 7.5 mg/300 mg (Hydrocodone and acetaminophen)

The usual dosage for adults is 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours. Do not take more than 6 tablets

  • Vicodin 10 mg/300 mg (Hydrocodone and acetaminophen)

The usual dosage for adults is 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours. Do not take more than 6 tablets

Side Effects

This medication contains some inactive ingredients that may cause some common to severe side effects. Side effects of this medication do not occur usually but may in few adverse conditions.

You should take immediate medical help if you have any of the below-given symptoms while using Vicodin.

Much Common

  • Lightheadedness
  • Dizziness

Unknown Incidence

  • Black tarry stools
  • Stomach, leg or back pain
  • Blood in the stools or urine
  • Bleeding gums
  • Bloody vomit
  • Bluish skin or lips
  • Cough
  • Chills
  • Choking
  • Dark urine
  • Troubled or difficulty breathing
  • Difficulty with swallowing
  • Decreased urination
  • Fever
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Fever with or without chills
  • The general feeling of weakness or tiredness
  • Headaches
  • Fast or slow, irregular breathing
  • Not breathing
  • Sore tongue
  • Sore throat
  • Unable to speak
  • Tightness in the chest
  • Vomiting
  • Yellow skin and eyes, etc.

Symptoms Of Overdose

  • Cloudy or bloody urine
  • change in consciousness
  • chest pain and discomfort
  • cold and clammy skin
  • decreased responsiveness or awareness
  • extreme drowsiness
  • a general feeling of discomfort or illness
  • increased sweating
  • lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
  • irregular heartbeat
  • loss of consciousness
  • no blood pressure or pulse
  • no muscle tone and movement
  • not breathing
  • severe sleepiness
  • slow or irregular heartbeat
  • stopping of heart
  • a sudden decrease in the amount of urine
  • unpleasant breath odor, etc.

This list contains the maximum possible and frequent side effects of Vicodin but still, it is not a complete list of side effects cause by Vicodin. You should take medical help if you feel any of the above-given effects or any other abnormal change while using Ativan.

What Precautions Can I Take While Using Vicodin?

You should take some necessary precautions during the treatment. These precautions will ensure the safe use of drugs and will help you to get maximum advantage of medication.

You Should Take Medical Consultation Before Using Vicodin If You Have;

  • A history of an allergic reaction
  • Narrow-angle glaucoma
  • kidney or liver diseases
  • breathing disorder or asthma
  • history of depression
  • using a narcotic,
  • during the nursing and pregnancy period. etc.

You should take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor for the shortest period. Do not take the drug in larger doses, you may increase your daily dosage gradually to get the higher advantage of the drug.