What is Vicodin?

Vicodin 5/500mg contains a combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone. Hydrocodone is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone.

Warnings

Hydrocodone can slow or stop your breathing. Never use this medicine in more significant amounts, or for longer than prescribed. Narcotic pain medicine may be habit-forming, even at regular doses. Never share Vicodin 5/500mg with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it.

MISUSE OF NARCOTIC MEDICINE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH, especially in a child or other person using the medicine without a prescription.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Vicodin 5/500mg if you are allergic to acetaminophen (Tylenol) or hydrocodone or recently used alcohol, sedatives, tranquilizers, or other narcotic medications.

Do not use this medicine if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.

How should I take Vicodin?

Take Vicodin exactly as prescribed. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Never take this medicine in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed. An overdose can damage your liver or cause death. Tell your doctor if the treatment seems to stop working as well in relieving your pain.

Even at regular doses, hydrocodone can become habit-forming. If you have a history of drug abuse or addiction, never share Vicodin with another person. NARCOTIC MEDICINE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, AND What is Vicodin?

Vicodin 5/500mg contains a combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone. Hydrocodone is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone.

Warnings

Hydrocodone can slow or stop your breathing. Never use this medicine in more significant amounts, or for longer than prescribed. Narcotic pain medicine may be habit-forming, even at regular doses. Never share Vicodin 5/500mg with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it.

MISUSE OF NARCOTIC MEDICINE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH, especially in a child or other person using the medicine without a prescription.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Vicodin 5/500mg if you are allergic to acetaminophen (Tylenol) or hydrocodone or recently used alcohol, sedatives, tranquilizers, or other narcotic medications.

Do not use this medicine if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.

How should I take Vicodin?

Take Vicodin exactly as prescribed. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Never take this medicine in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed. An overdose can damage your liver or cause death. Tell your doctor if the treatment seems to stop working as well in relieving your pain.

Even at regular doses, hydrocodone can become habit-forming. If you have a history of drug abuse or addiction, never share Vicodin with another person. NARCOTIC MEDICINE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, AND DEATH, especially if misused by a child or other person without a prescription. The law prohibits the sale or distribution of Vicodin.

What happens if I miss a dose?

It is possible that you don’t have a dosing schedule for Vicodin 5/500mg since it is taken as needed. You should take your missed dose as soon as you remember if you are taking the medication regularly. Whenever you miss a dose, skip it if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Making up a missed dose with extra medicine is not a good idea.

What happens if I overdose?

Contact the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 for immediate medical attention. Overdosing on hydrocodone can be fatal, especially in children or those without a prescription. Drowsiness, pinpoint pupils, slow breathing, and no breathing may be signs of an overdose.EATH, especially if misused by a child or other person without a prescription. The law prohibits the sale or distribution of Vicodin.