HYDROCODONE A MEDICATION FOR TREATING PAIN

Jan 21
06:11

2020

Dr. Jason Bourne

Dr. Jason Bourne

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Hydrocodone is the best choice as an analgesic for most of the doctors today because it has very few side effects and that too the minor one. But still, it is advised that hydrocodone should not be used without doctors' advice and thorough examination of the site of pain. If some patient is allergic to hydrocodone or any of its inactive ingredients, then he must not use it. It is essential to read the instructions given on the medication leaflet before using the drug.

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WHAT IS HYDROCODONE?

Hydrocodone is an analgesic used in cases where other medications are not giving the desired results. It treats the pain of prolonged duration and belongs to the opioid class of drugs. It is a powerful narcotic. 

Hydrocodone is used alone in some cases,HYDROCODONE A MEDICATION FOR TREATING PAIN Articles but in periods of prolonged pain, the combination of hydrocodone with some other benzodiazepines is preferred. Hydrocodone is also used as a cough depressant in adults. Hydrocodone is sold alone under the brand name Hysingla, while it is present in combination with Acetaminophen and sold as Lortab. Hydrocodone is found to be more potent in its combination form than alone.

USAGE AND DOSAGE

Structurally, hydrocodone is a synthetic opioid derivative of codeine. It is available in the form of tablets for extended-release, and in the case of children, the syrup is used. It should be used as instructed by the doctor or pharmacist. It belongs to the opioid family, so it has a very high risk of addiction. 

Therefore it is essential to take a proper dose at the right time, and the patient should not consume frequent and more dose than prescribed. 

The hydrocodone works by inhibiting the signal of pain in the brain and central nervous system, thereby producing relief to the patient. The action of hydrocodone in the brain also produces euphoria, respiratory depression, and sedation. The half-life of hydrocodone elimination is 7 to 9 hours, and this is not found to be through the renal passage.

AVAILABILITY AND TOXICITY

Hydrocodone either in alone or in combined form is available online as well as on drug stores. The price for Hydrocodone tablets is 5 to 20 dollars for single salt, but for a combination of hydrocodone with Acetaminophen, the same ranges from nearly 30 to 40 dollars. It is a prescription based drug and should be used if needed after examination by a doctor. 

The severe toxic reactions have been noticed buy Lortab online due to its overdose or sensitivity. Some of these include Coma, cold and clammy skin, skeletal muscle flaccidity, hypertension, and obstruction of the air passage. In the case of toxicity, one must consult a medical professional immediately.

PRECAUTIONS

Hydrocodone should be used for the purpose it has been manufactured. The sharing of the drug and its misuse is strictly against the law.It should not be used to satisfy the need for drugs to which someone is abused or addicted.

Although the severe allergic reaction noticed with hydrocodone is infrequent, but still, it should not be used without doctors' advice and prescription.

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