When Is Vicodin used?

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Vicodin is one of the most popular pain killers. It is classified under "narcotic." It constitutes different types of pain-relieving medications such as paracetemol and hydrocodone. It ensures speedy alleviation of pain and discomfiture. Vicodin falls under the category of Schedule III drugs. It is available by prescription only. According to experts, out of all narcotic pain killers, Vicodin is most effective. It also boosts up confidence and tolerance to overtake physical and mental discomfitures. However, recently, scientists and healthcare experts have been trying to change the status of Vicodin by labeling it as a Schedule II narcotic medication. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) doesn’t allow patients to consume Schedule III medications without permission of doctors. However, Schedule II drugs are more receptive and less harmful. 

What Are the Uses of Vicodin?

Vicodin may be prescribed for mild to moderate pain. It provides positive synergistic impact on the nervous system. It is often prescribed to relive pain due to surgery, dental implantation and fractured bones. It is also prescribed to treat chronic pain such as migraines.

What Are the Doses of Vicodine?

Vicodine is taken orally. It is available in both tablet and liquid form. There are three dosages: Regular-strength Vicodin (500 mg of acetaminophen and 5 mg of hydrocodone), Vicodin ES (750mg of acetaminophen and 7.5mg of hydrocodone), and Vicodin HP (660mg acetaminophen and 10mg hydrocodone). Higher dosage is prescribed if pain is not relived with a lower dose.

Who Should Avoid Vicodin?

Use of vicodin is prohibited for the following categories:

• Those who are affected by different types of skin allergies or infections should not use this medication. It can badly affect their nervous system.
• It is not suitable for individuals suffering from diarrhea, gastrointestinal ailments, and asthma.
• It should be avoided by patients who are taking oxybate-based medications.
• Expectant mothers must avoid vicodin. It can destroy the growth of the fetus.
• Breast-feeding mothers must avoid this drug.

What Are the Side-effects of Vicodin?

Vicodin is proven to be extremely harmful if taken along with other pain relieving medications and analgesics. Alcohol and drug addicts should avoid vicodin. It can aggravate the ill-effects caused by earlier addictions. Overdose can permanently damage nervous system and cause paralysis. It can hamper growth and development of infants and kids. Pain inhibitors such as cimetidine and thiopental badly react with vicodin. Overdose can cause mild to moderate symptoms such as dizziness, pruritus, confusion, sedation, psychomotor impairment, rash, drowsiness, and temporary dependence. Seri0us side-effects include hepatotoxicity, respiratory depression, agranulocytosis, anaphylaxis and thrombocytopenia. It can also lead to seizures, brain damage, and death in some cases.

Is Vicodin Addictive?

Vicodin is supposed to be addictive. It contains hydrocodone (a narcotic compound). Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has confirmed the evidence of mental retardation and locomotive mobility problem caused due to over-dosage. If you or anyone you know is addicted to hydrocodone, they will benefit from undergoing hydrocodone detox

What is Vicodin Withdrawal Syndrome?

Long-term Vicodin use can lead to dependence. If the medication is stopped too early, or the dose is reduced suddenly, withdrawal symptoms may occur. Intensity of Vicodin withdrawal syndrome may vary from person to person. Life-threatening condition is very rare. Mild to moderate symptoms include:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Excessive Sweating
• Runny Nose
• Goosebumps
• Irritation.
  
   

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