Generic Names For Vicodin

How can I the generic Vicodin. I want my RX to state "generic for Vicodin" It used to say, Hydrocodone/Apap 5/500. Now when I get my refills it says Hydroco/Apap generic for Norco? Told they are the same so why do I need to take the Norvo in larger doses (2 pills each time) to get the same relief from one generic Vicodin?
There must be something my Dr is writing on the prescription that causes this to occur.
Thank you for your help

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Hello, Grandma52! How are you?

Vicodin actually contained more Acetaminophen than the Norco does, it was available with amounts including 500mgs and over. However, last year, all of the tablets with the higher doses of it were removed from the market.

Thus, Vicodin and its generics are no longer available. The maximum dose of Acetaminophen available in these combination tablets is 325mgs, which is why the prescriptions are now written for Norco and you get the equivalent generic.

The Acetaminophen augments that effectiveness of the narcotic for some people that take it, so the ones with the lower amount of Acetaminophen in them may not work as well for you.

The FDA classifies this medication as a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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