Information AboutHydrocodone |
| CATEGORIES ABOUT HYDROCODONE | |
| analgesics | |
| semisynthetic opioids | |
Hydrocodone or '''dihydrocodeinone''' (marketed as '''Vicodin''', '''Anexsia''', '''Dicodid''', '''Hycodan''', '''Hycomine''', '''Lorcet''', '''Lortab''', '''Norco''', '''Hydroco''', '''Tussionex''', '''Vicoprofen''') is an Opioid derived from either of the naturally occurring Opiates Codeine or Thebaine . Hydrocodone is an orally active Narcotic Analgesic and Antitussive . The typical therapeutic dose of 5 to 10 Mg is Pharmacologically equivalent to 30 to 60 mg of oral Codeine . Sales and production of this Drug have increased significantly in recent years, as have diversion and illicit use. Hydrocodone is commonly available in tablet, capsule and syrup form. As a or Fetus is not clearly known and pregnant women should consult their physicians before taking it. Common Side Effects include Dizziness , Lightheadedness , Nausea , Drowsiness , Euphoria , Vomiting , and Constipation . Some less common side effects are Allergic Reaction , Blood disorders, changes in mood, mental fogginess, Anxiety , Lethargy , difficulty Urinating , Spasm of the Ureter , irregular or depressed Respiration and Rash . Hydrocodone can be habit-forming, and can lead to physical and psychological Addiction . In the U.S. , pure hydrocodone and forms containing more than 15 mg per dosage unit are called Hydrocodone Compounds and are considered Schedule II drugs. Those containing less than 15 mg per dosage unit are Schedule III drugs. Hydrocodone is typically found in combination with other drugs such as Paracetamol (acetaminophen), Aspirin , Ibuprofen and Homatropine Methylbromide . In the UK it is listed as a Class A Drug under the Misuse Of Drugs Act 1971 . OVERDOSING RISKS The presence of acetaminophen in hydrocodone-containing products deters many drug users from taking excessive amounts. However, some users will get around this by extracting a portion of the acetaminophen using hot/cold water, taking advantage of the water-soluble element of the drug. It is not uncommon for addicts to have liver problems from consuming excessive amounts of acetaminophen over a long period of time; taking 10 to 15 grams of acetaminophen in a period of 24 hours typically results in severe . Daily consumption of hydrocodone should not excede 40 milligrams. {Link without Title} Symptoms of hydrocodone overdosage include respiratory depression, extreme somnolence, coma, stupor, cold and/or clammy skin, sometimes Bradycardia , and Hypotension . A severe overdose may involve circulatory collapse, Cardiac Arrest and/or Death . PILLS CONTAINING HYDROCODONE EXTERNAL LINKS DEA Scheduling Information |
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