What is Hydrocodone?

Hydrocodone is an opioid used to treat pain. It belongs to the class of antitussives and narcotic analgesics. So sometimes, it acts as a narcotic. Generic Hydrocodone comes under the brand name Hysingla ER and Zohydro ER. They both are the extended form of Hydrocodone used for the long-term treatment of moderate to severe pain. Do not use the extended form of this drug for the mild discomfort or pain that may fade away with time.

 Primary uses of Hydrocodone

Hydrocodone is used to treat severe to moderate pain. It contains opioid pain reliever hydrocodone and non-opioid pain reliever acetaminophen. It works in your brain to change how your body reacts or responds to the pain. You can order Hydrocodone online from our online pharmacy to treat your chronic pain or pain due to cancer. 

What should I do before taking Hydrocodone?

Do not take Hydrocodone if you are allergic to any components of this medicine or you have

• blockage in the stomach or intestine
• breathing problem or asthma

For the safe taking of Hydrocodone, talk to your health care provider that you don’t have

• head injury, seizures, or brain tumour
• respiratory problems
• urination problems
• alcohol or drug addiction
• mental illness
• kidney or liver problems
• Thyroid or issue in your gallbladder and pancreas.
• QT syndrome is a heart rhythm disorder.

Avoid taking Hydrocodone during pregnancy. As it is a highly addictive drug, it can make your baby depend on the medication. When you purchase Hydrocodone online from our web pharmacy, we offer you the benefit of overnight delivery and 100% assurance of the safety of the medicines. 

How should I take Hydrocodone?

• The safest way to take Hydrocodone is to follow the instructions of your health care provider. Do not take this drug for more than the prescribed time. You can order Hydrocodone online from our online pharmacy.
• We offer you the benefit of the fastest overnight delivery. Hydrocodone comes in an extended-release capsule and extended-release tablet to take orally. Take this drug once after every 12 hours. The extended-release form of this drug is usually taken once per day.
• Try to take your medication at the same time every day. Take one extended-release capsule and tablets with plenty of water without crushing, breaking, or dissolving in water. Your pharmacist will usually recommend the lowest dose of this drug.
• If you don’t notice any favourable result, gradually increase the amount under doctor’s consultation. Increase your quantity after 3 to 7 days to control your pain. When you take Hydrocodone for a while, your body becomes addicted to the medication.
• Avoid taking Hydrocodone without a prescription, but you do not need any prescription when you buy Hydrocodone online from our web pharmacy.

Dosage

 The dosage of Hydrocodone depends upon how your body reacts to the treatment.

At the initial stage of the medication, the dosage of

• The extended-release capsule (Zohydro ER)- the initial dose should be 10 mg orally after every 12 hours
• The extended-release tablet (Hysingla ER)- the initial amount should be 20 mg orally after every 24 hours

Patients who are not tolerant of opioid medication may experience some fatal respiratory issues. So, monitor such patients carefully, especially during the first 24 hours. 

What should I avoid while taking Hydrocodone?

Consumption of Hydrocodone can impair your thinking and reaction. So avoid driving or other activities that need your alertness until you know the effect of medication on your body. Drowsiness and dizziness due to Hydrocodone can cause accidents or other severe injuries. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Hydrocodone; it may result in severe fatal side effects or even death. 

What are the side effects of Hydrocodone?

Call for emergency help if you have any allergies to Hydrocodone, like difficulty in breathing, hives, or swelling on the face, lips, or tongue.

Taking opioids can give you some mild to severe side effects like-

• Shallow breathing, noisy breathing, or other respiratory disorders
• Pain or burning sensation
• Weak pulse
• Confusion, severe drowsiness
• Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, loss of appetite, weakness
• Hallucination, fever, agitation, sweating, muscle stiffness, diarrhoea, loss of coordination

Seek emergency help immediately when you experience any of these symptoms.

Some common side effects are-

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Constipation, vomiting
• Sore throat, stuffy nose, sneezing

These symptoms may fade away with time, so you do not need any consultation unless the side effects worsen. You can order Hydrocodone online from our online pharmacy to get 100% safety assurance on the medicine. If you notice any severe side effects, you are free to contact us. We are available for you 24*7.

What drugs can interact with Hydrocodone?

Hydrocodone can interact with other drugs that can cause dangerous side effects.

Tell your pharmacist if you use:

• Other opioids pain medicine or cough reliever
• Medicines that make you sleepy like muscle relaxants, sleeping pills, or antidepressants
• Treatment for headache or migraine, nausea, allergies, or vomiting
• Cold medication, asthma medicine, or water pill
• Drugs for overactive bladder, irritable bowel syndrome, or motion sickness.

Hydrocodone can also interact with other drugs like vitamins and herbal products.