Hydrocodone Related To Codeine

Hi can I take Hydrocodone5mg/325 when i am allergic to codeine isn't Hydrocodone5mg/325 from the same family as Codeine because Codeine itches me.my Doctor gave me this for menstrual cramps,because she took me off 50mg Indomethian due to Kidney problems.I am afraid to take the Hydrocodone 5mg/325 cause i am afraid it will itch me what can I take is these medications the same or not. ## Yes, they are distantly related, but not the exact same substance. The itchiness, however, can be a normal side effect that some people experience from narcotics and the only way to see if this one affects you in the same manner is by actually trying it. Did you discuss your concerns with your doctor?

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My son is allergic to both of these meds and he has been prescribed Tramadol for pain. I am unable to find if this drug is related to either and what to look for. ## Hello, Mari! How is your son? No, Tramadol is actually only very distantly related to narcotics, it isn't even really considered to be one. But you should double check the information to be certain. This is 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? ## Trammodol is an opiate. I too am allergic ## Doctor: uh man I guess we have no choice but to give him oxycontin or dilaudid. I'm guessing he's allergic to nsaids too. ## Verwon: Tramadol (Ultram) is an OPIOID...

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I'm allergic to codeine. Does it contain codeine? ## The active ingredients are exactly what you listed, Hydrocodone and Acetaminophen, the Hydrocodone is a narcotic. It is distantly related to codeine, so in some instances people that are allergic to one are allergic to the other, but that is very rare. Learn more Vicodin details here. Did you inform the doctor that you are allergic to Codeine? Does your pharmacy know, so they have it in your records?

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Is Hydrocodone Apap 10 325 safe to take if I am allergic to Codeine ? ## That's actually a good question, because Hydrocodone is a derivative of codeine. However my mom is allergic to codeine as well and she's on the same dose of Hydrocodone apap (10/325) right now and hasn't had any bad reactions other than the typical itching sensation that is sometimes associated with this combination. She was also initially worried about an allergic reaction but hasn't experienced one. With codeine she would break out in hives and whatnot. So I can only base my answer off of her experience, in that it should be fine since it's a derivative of codeine and not actual codeine. I hope this helps! ## They aren't the same substance, though they are distantly related, so being aller...

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If I have bad side effects from Tylonel 3 & 4 how might hydrocodone with Acetaminophen 5-325 affect me? ## Hello, Zala! How are you? What type of side effects did you have from it? The Hydrocodone is a another narcotic that is related to Codeine, so you may also experience side effects from it. This is 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. ## the side effects I had to Tylonel 2,3 & 4 is severe nausia, vomiting and intense headaches and the tylonel 4 actually gives hillucinations as well. So I'm a little worried about taking another medication that might be related and might give me the same side effects. :( thanks for any advice on this.

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I WAS WONDERING WHAT THE DIF. IS BETWEEN CODEINE & HYDROCODNE? ## From what I was able to gather: Vicodine/Hydrocodone (related to codeine) is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It relieves pain. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone.Together, acetaminophen and hydrocodone are used to relieve moderate-to-severe pain. Codeine is a narcotic pain reliever (analgesic). Its precise mechanism of pain relief is not clearly understood. Codeine is frequently combined with Tylenol or aspirin for more effective pain relief. Many people who have had both medications state that it's really a personal preference when it comes to choosing between the two; medications can affect everyone differently, some people get great results fro...

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Does hydro/apap 5-325mg have codine in it ## No, those ingredients are Hydrocodone and Acetaminophen, the Hydrocodone is still a narcotic and is distantly related to codeine, though. Thus, the side effects may be similar and can include nausea, dizziness, dry mouth and constipation. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help with?

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If I'm not getting relief on 1 tab, can I take 1-12? ## Hi Essie, Hydrocodone Apap 5/325mg contains (5 mg) of Hydrocodone + (325 mg) of Acetaminophen. Acetaminophen/Hydrocodone is a combination of two types of pain medicine used to treat moderate to severe pain. The Hydrocodone (related to codeine) is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics (which act in the central nervous system [CNS] to relieve pain), while the Acetaminophen (a less potent pain reliever) is used to boost the effects of the Hydrocodone. If you're having problems with the dosage, I would speak with a doctor about increasing it instead of experimenting on your own. Learn More: Acetaminophen + Hydrocodone Details On another note, have you considered adding more fruits and vegetables to your diet as well as...

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