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Hydrocodone/APAP
Other Names
Lortab, Anexsia®, Co-gesic®, Lorcet-HD®, Norco®, Panacet®,
Vicodin®, and Zydone®
How is it
Administered?
The combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone comes as a tablet,
capsule, or liquid to take by mouth.
What is it Used For?
This combination of drugs is used to relieve moderate to moderatelysevere pain.
Tell your doctor:
What Should I Tell
My Doctor Before I
 if you are allergic to acetaminophen, codeine, hydrocodone, sulfite, or
Begin Taking Lortab?
any other drugs

what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking,
especially acetaminophen (Tylenol); antidepressants; medications for
colds or allergies; pain relievers; tranquilizers; and vitamins

if you have or have ever had liver or kidney disease, a history of
alcoholism, lung disease, or thyroid disease
This drug may interact with other medications, changing their
effectiveness or causing harmful side effects. Tell your doctor and
pharmacist about any prescription or over-the-counter medications,
vitamins, herbal or diet supplements that you are taking.
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How Should I Use
Lortab?

Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how
often. Do not use more medicine than your doctor tells you.

Take this medicine on an empty stomach. If it upsets your stomach, it
may be taken with food.

Do not take extra Tylenol® or Acetaminophen when taking Lortab®
since Lortab® has Acetaminophen in it.

Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Although side effects from acetaminophen and hydrocodone are not
What Are Some
Possible Side Effects common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are
severe or do not go away:
I May Experience?
When Should I Call
the Doctor?
What Else Should I
Know About Lortab?

lightheadedness or dizziness

drowsiness

upset stomach, stomach pain, or vomiting

constipation

rash or itching

difficulty urinating
Call your doctor immediately if you experience:

difficulty breathing

mood changes

Too much acetaminophen may cause liver damage; do not take more
than 4000 mg of acetaminophen per day.

Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any
questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Do not drink alcohol while taking Lortab.
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Avoid driving or operating any machinery.
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