GENERIC NAME: HYDROCODONE - ORAL LIQUID (hi-droh-KOH-doan)
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USES: This medication is a narcotic used to stop a dry hacking cough.
OTHER USES: This drug may also be used for pain in patients who cannot swallow tablets.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth, with doses at least 4 hours apart, as needed or as directed by your doctor. Take this medication with food or a glass of milk. Adults: do not take more than 6 doses (30ml) in a 24-hour period, or more than 15 ml as a single dose. For children's doses, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Use this medication exactly as prescribed. Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently, or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed because this drug can be habit-forming. Also, if used for an extended period of time, do not suddenly stop using this drug without your doctor's approval. When used for an extended period, this medication may not work as well and may require different dosing. Talk with your doctor if this medication stops working well.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, stomach upset, headache, drowsiness, and constipation may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these serious side effects: vision changes, mental/mood changes, dizziness. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: excessive sweating, muscle twitching. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects: trouble breathing (e.g., slow, shallow breathing), extreme dizziness, fast heartbeat, trouble urinating. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: breathing problems (e.g., asthma, emphysema), serious head head injury, brain disorder (such as increased intracranial pressure), stomach/abdominal problems (e.g., chronic constipation), recent chest or abdominal surgery, history of drug dependence, mental (psychiatric) problems, any allergies (especially to narcotic pain medications). Hydrocodone may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Avoid alcohol while taking this medication. Caution is advised when using this drug in children because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether hydrocodone passes into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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