Why is Hydrocodone prescribed?
This combination of drugs is used to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

How should Hydrocodone be used?
The combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone comes as a tablet, capsule, and liquid to take by mouth. It usually is taken every 4-6 hours as needed.

Hydrocodone can be habit-forming. Do not take a larger dose, take it more often, or for a longer period than your doctor tells you to.

What special precautions should I follow?
Before taking acetaminophen and hydrocodone,
• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to acetaminophen, codeine, hydrocodone, sulfite, or any other drugs.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially acetaminophen (Tylenol); antidepressants; medications for cough, cold, or allergies; other pain relievers; sedatives; sleeping pills; tranquilizers; and vitamins.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had liver or kidney disease, a history of alcoholism, lung or thyroid disease, prostatic hypertrophy, or urinary retention.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking acetaminophen and hydrocodone, call your doctor.
• if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking acetaminophen and hydrocodone.
• you should know that this drug may make you drowsy and dizzy; do not drive a car or operate heavy machinery until you know how acetaminophen and hydrocodone affects you.
• talk to your doctor about the safe use of alcohol. Alcohol may alter the effectiveness of acetaminophen and hydrocodone.

What side effects can Hydrocodone cause?
Side effects from acetaminophen and hydrocodone are not common, but they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
• lightheadedness
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• upset stomach
• vomiting
• constipation
• stomach pain
• rash
• difficulty urinating