Overdose On Hydrocodone

My 50 yr old son took 4 tabs of hydrocodone bitartrate w/ apap (5mg/325mg) ## In my honest opinion, any type of drug related overdose can be pretty serious, especially because many of them tend to be life-threatening as well! Based on my research, symptoms associated with Hydrocodone overdose may include the following: -narrowed or widened pupils -slow, shallow, or stopped breathing -slowed or stopped heartbeat -cold, clammy, or blue skin -excessive sleepiness -loss of consciousness -seizures -death I also need to point out that if someone takes more than the recommended dose of acetaminophen, it is imperative that they get medical help immediately, even if the person does not have any symptoms. Symptoms of an acetaminophen overdose may include: -nausea -vomiting -loss of appetite -swea...

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I take Qualitest 10/500 pink hydrocodone. My pharmacy has told me that Qualitest will no longer be making this. I have tried other 10/500 pills to no avail. Qualitest is the only manufacturer that works on my pain . Does Qualitest offer another size ? ## Hello, Ted! How are you doing? Actually, after the first of the year (2014), none of the manufacturers will be making this dosage, anymore. Due to the risks of liver damage or failure that can occur with long-term use of high amounts of Acetaminophen, as well as the overdose fatalities that have occurred with these medications, the FDA has requested that all combination prescription products be lowered to contain no more than 325mgs of Acetaminophen, per dose. Learn more Vicodin details here. This is a narcotic analgesic, so it has the ...

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What pharmacy carries the blue hydros 10/500 in El paso, Tx westside? ## If you're referring to the blue ones that are manufactured by Watson with the marking WATSON 540 on them, you aren't going to find them anymore. You'll need to be looking for them in white, since Watson has removed the dye. Learn more Norco details here. Additionally, they will all soon be changed to only contain a maximum of 325mgs of Acetaminophen, due to concerns raised by the FDA, because of the risk of liver damage associated with long-term use and the toxicity of overdose. Thus, all manufacturers are expected to change their formulations to the lower amount no later than January of 2014. Do you remember who the manufacturer was? ## Until then Mr.Verwon where can I get them here? I am already going...

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white oval,what milligram? ## What milligram is the Watson Lortab is 385 ? Does anyone know? ## 500 mg Acetaminophen, 7.5 mg Hydrocodone ## The dosage as listed by Jason is correct, so thanks go out to him! This is a generic for Lortab or Vicodin, as a narcotic, it does have the potential to be habit forming and it may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and constipation. Learn more Lortab details here. Another note I'd like to add is that as of the time I'm posting, the FDA has requested that all of these combination prescription medications be changed to only contain a maximum of 325mgs of Acetaminophen, due to the dangers of liver damage/failure that can be associated with long-term use and the toxicity of overdose. Some companies have already begun impl...

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Male 210lbs - takes whatever whenever, but is taking over a dozen hydrocodone-apap 10mg/325mg pills in 24 hours. Is that bad? What's bound to happen?...What if he takes oxycodone 15mg also? ## Hello, From what I am seeing, daily consumption of hydrocodone should not exceed 40 milligrams in patients not tolerant to opiates. The PDR from 2006 states that Norco 10, containing 10 milligrams of hydrocodone and 325 mg of APAP (Acetaminophen) can be taken at a dosage of up to twelve tablets per day (120 mg of hydrocodone). This restriction is only limited by the fact that twelve tablets, each containing 325 mg of APAP (Acetaminophen), puts the patient right below the 24-hour FDA maximum of 4,000 mg of APAP. Some specially compounded products are routinely given to chronic pain patients in ...

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on one side it sendes watson 387 ## Can this medication cause constipation.? prescribed for pain relief. ## This tablet contains 750mgs of Acetaminophen and 7.5mgs of Hydrocodone, the active ingredients in Vicodin, Lortab or Norco. And yes, it is a narcotic pain reliever, so constipation can be one of its side effects, along with dizziness, drowsiness and nausea. Learn more Lortab details here. An additional note to add is that the FDA has requested that all such medications be changed to lower the dosage of the Acetaminophen in them to a maximum of only 325mgs, due to the danger associated with its toxicity and overdose. Some manufacturers have already begun to implement this change and the rest are expected to have done so by January 2014. Thus, at any future point, anyone looking for...

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Hi, I'm a 27 year old male with 2 thoracic disc protrusions, 1 lumbar protrusion, also have facet disease through entire spine. Also cord impingement in both of the thoracic disc areas. My question is that I'm currently on three 10/325 hydrocodone a day, but I'm finding im needing more than the 3 a day to manage my pain. Is it possible or safe to take 4-5 of these a day? I've been on hydrocodone for 3 years now and at most I only get about an hour of relief from my current dose. ## Hello, Justin! How are you? The main concern is actually the Acetaminophen that's in them, taking too much of it in a day can result in overdose toxicity, which could lead to liver damage, failure or even death. 4 or 5 of them in a day isn't an unreasonable dose, but only your doctor c...

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Did waston quit making the green 10/650?this is what my pharmacist told me when I got my last script,gave me a flat white pill that does nothing to relieve my pain. ## HI, Flash! Sorry that you're so miserable, I do understand. There are actually two issues at play here…. The first is that Watson had some issues with customers being sensitive/allergic to the dyes in their products, so they have been changing them to remove the dyes and, while they claim that is the only change that's been made, many people are complaining that they are no longer effective at treating pain. The second issue is that due to concerns over overdose toxicity and the possibility of liver damage from long term use of high amounts, the FDA has requested that all manufacturers lower the amount of Ac...

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Possible accident of 2yr old taking one ## Well, the Hydrocodone is a narcotic, so there is a possibility that it could result in an overdose in a child so young. Learn more Vicodin details here. Medications, of any type, really must be kept out of the reach of children. Do you know if the child took one? If they did, you should seek emergency medical attention immediately.

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I'm 5'5, weigh 100 pounds and i took 30 mg of hydrocodone syrup. Is that a lethal dose for me? I really need to know. I feel really drowsy right now and sleepy. This is my first time taking hydrocodone syrup. Did i overdose or am i safe? ## Brad, If I were you I'd contact your parents or an adult. That's a big dose for a little dude with no history of opiate use. Be safe and contact someone NOW!!!! ## Brad If this is a serious question YES That can cause epic failure contact your folks and come correct bout what u took......., ## I mean i can stay up for a while. Ive been alright so far. My breathing dont seem different. And im prescribed to promethazine codeine cause i have a really bad cough from cigarrettes. (Bronchitis) so i think i will be alright i justxneed to sta...

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Is Hydrocodone M357 about half the strength as a 750/500? ## Hello, Jordan! How are you? The tablet with the M 357 marking contains 5mgs of Hydrocodone and 500mgs of Acetaminophen, so it's got a little less of the narcotic, but is still stronger than half. 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. Learn more Vicodin details here. The ones with the higher amounts of Acetaminophen will no longer be available in a few weeks, to mitigate the risk of liver damage or failure that can be associated with long-term use of high amounts, as well as the risk of overdose, all of these combination prescription medications are being lowered to contain no more than 325mgs o...

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If i have taken a half of a tramadol this morning at 8, is it safe to take a half of a norco 5/325 tomorrow? I also take bystolic, lamictal and gabapentin at night. I quit taking my celexa 2 nights ago. ## Hello, Etta! How are you? No, you shouldn't take Norco with your Gabapentin, due to the fact that it can increase the toxicity of this opiate, which could result in overdose. 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. The typical side effects for Gabapentin may include nausea, dizziness, headache, mood swings and weight gain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I have always taken those together, I only take a half of a ...

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My mom just took 2 5-325 will she be ok? ## Hello, Nolobo! How is your mom doing? She shouldn't take more than her doctor has instructed, but that's not an overdose amount. However, if she isn't opiate tolerant, she may experience more side effects, such as dizziness, drowsiness and dry mouth. The FDA also warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming. Another concern would be if she's allergic to it. Did she suffer any adverse effects?

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What is a toxic dose of hydrocodone at one time if the acetometophen dose isn't over 1000mgs, I'm asking only this question purely only on hydrococone alone what is a lethal dose for my educational purpose only do I need to know this question? ## There is actually no answer that can be given to this question. The toxic amount will vary from person to person, depending on their tolerance to opiates and their own body. One person may overdose on a very small amount, such as the 10mgs you mentioned, but someone else that has taken narcotics regularly may require very high amounts of it to do so. Learn more Hydrocodone details here. Are there any other questions? ## If I'm taking 2 or more of 10mg/325mg of hydrocodone recreationally is it lethal? I don't want to overdose, if...

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Can improper dosing of hydrocodone be fatal to a 12 year old girl who has never taken any type of drug ever? What would happen if she took too many tablets all at once? Please, somebody help! ## Hello, Anabel! How are you? Of course it can. Hydrocodone is a narcotic, so taking too much, at any age, risks overdose. It's just that the risk is lower for someone that is opiate tolerant. 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. If you're worried that a child took too many, you should seek emergency medical attention for them. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hello, I'm wondering if it would be OK to take 2 hydrocodone/Acetaminophine 10/300 at one time. Has anyone done this? I used to take 2 5/300 when my pain was excruciating and my Dr increased my dosage, so I wouldn't have to take two pills. ## Hello, Jules! How are you? It is sometimes prescribed that way, take one or two tablets as needed, but it would be best not to do so, without your doctor's approval. If you aren't opiate tolerant, it could cause an overdose, which may put you in danger. The FDA warns that this medication carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Well, thank you so much for your reply. I appreciate it. I've been on...

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I'm having Jones fracture surgery in the morning and would like to know if I can take a hydrocodone today for pain? ## Hi Jodi, Generally, it's best to consult with the surgeon concerning pre/post op preparation and instructions. If the hydrocodone is taken too close to the operation, I think it's very important to let the anesthesiologist know before hand so that they can make any necessary dosage adjustments to whatever they administer. If you don't communicate with the surgeon or anesthesiologist then it could create a potentially dangerous drug interaction or overdose. At any rate, I know you posted this a couple months ago, so I hope everything went smoothly!

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I took 14 tramadol yesterday, how long till I can take my hydrocone? ## Hello, Nick! How are you? Why did you take so many? That is not an amount that's normally prescribed and could cause a dangerous overdose. And no, it doesn't block the effect of any other medication. 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. ## Transfix CAN block effects of opiates! It has a higher affinity on the mu receptors in the brain

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I have been prescribed Hydrocodone and would like to know how much I can safely take without worrying about an overdose. One pill is not touching the pain! ## In adults, the max dose of Hydrocodone is 60 mg/day or a max single dose of 15 mg. In children older than 12 years of age, the max dose of Hydrocodone is 45 mg/day or a max single dose of 10 mg. The usual adult dose is 2.5 to 7.5 mg of Hydrocodone every 4 to 6 hours. Editor's note: This refers to Hydrocodone by itself, not when taken in combination with other ingredients such as Acetaminophen. ## It really depends on how long you've been on it. Most patients can take 1-2 Hydrocodone every 6 hours as needed for pain. If it's 7.5/325 then you can safely take two but what other medications are you on? How much Tylenol is ...

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Just took Tylenol for pain. DR gave me Hydrocodone for pain after surgery. Scared to take it after reading all this ## Is it safe to take Hydrocodone after Tylenol didn't help? My surgeon gave me Hydrocodone after surgery ## No, you should not double up on the Acetaminophen, taking too much of it in a day, or in any 8 hour period, could result in overdose toxicity, which can be fatal. 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. However, you could try asking your doctor to prescribe something without the Acetaminophen in it. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Verwon, too much actaminophen is bad for your liver.My wifes live...

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