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(Pain Relief)
The following information is a summary. It is
not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
Hydrocodone/APAP General Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor.
THIS MEDICINE MAY BE TAKEN WITH FOOD if it upsets your stomach. STORE
THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away
from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE and you are
taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time
for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular
dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Hydrocodone/APAP Medical Uses
This medicine is an analgesic combination used to relieve pain.
Hydrocodone/APAP Side Effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include dizziness,
drowsiness, lightheadedness, constipation, nausea, or vomiting. If they
continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR
DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience rash or itching. If you
notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or
pharmacist.
Hydrocodone/APAP Precautions
IF YOU HAVE HAD A SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTION to codeine, hydrocodone,
dihydrocodeine, or oxycodone (such as Tylox, Tylenol with Codeine, Vicodin),
contact your doctor or pharmacist BEFORE TAKING THIS MEDICINE. A severe
allergic reaction includes a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties,
or dizziness. If you have a question about whether you are allergic
to this medicine or if a certain medicine contains codeine, hydrocodone,
dihydrocodeine, or oxycodone, contact your doctor or pharmacist. IF
YOU EXPERIENCE difficulty breathing; tightness of chest; swelling of
eyelids, face, or lips; or if you develop a rash or hives, tell your
doctor immediately. Do not take any more doses of this medicine unless
your doctor tells you to do so. DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or
take this medicine for longer than prescribed without checking with
your doctor. Exceeding the recommended dose or taking this medicine
for longer than prescribed may be habit-forming. AVOID ALCOHOL while
you are using this medicine. This medicine will add to the effects of
alcohol and other depressants. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO
ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you react to
this medicine. Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with
alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially
dangerous tasks. THIS MEDICINE CONTAINS ACETAMINOPHEN. Do not take additional
acetaminophen for pain or fever without checking with your doctor or
pharmacist. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines
contain acetaminophen. Acetaminophen may cause liver damage. If you
drink alcohol on a daily basis, do not take this medicine without first
discussing it with your doctor. Alcohol use combined with acetaminophen
may increase your risk for liver damage. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY
NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your
doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss
with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during
pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk.
IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine,
check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
Hydrocodone/APAP 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.
Hydrocodone/APAP 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.
Hydrocodone/APAP Storage
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep this and
all medications out of the reach of children.
Hydrocodone/APAP 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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