Hydrocodone/paracetamol

Hydrocodone/Paracetamol

Hydrocodone/paracetamol, also known as hydrocodone/acetaminophen (pronunciation: /ˌhaɪdrəˈkoʊdoʊn/ /ˌpærəˈsiːtəmɒl/), is a combination opioid medication used to treat moderate to severe pain.

Etymology

The term "hydrocodone" is derived from two words: "hydro" is from Greek, meaning water, and "codeine", which is a type of opioid medication. "Paracetamol" is derived from its chemical name, para-acetylaminophenol.

Usage

Hydrocodone/paracetamol is typically used when non-opioid pain relievers such as ibuprofen and aspirin are not strong enough to manage pain. Hydrocodone is a narcotic that works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen, is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone.

Side Effects

Common side effects of hydrocodone/paracetamol include nausea, vomiting, constipation, lightheadedness, dizziness, or drowsiness. Serious side effects may include slow/shallow breathing, fainting, seizure, severe drowsiness/difficulty waking up.

Related Terms

• Opioid
• Narcotic
• Ibuprofen
• Aspirin
• Acetaminophen

See Also

• Opioid Overdose
• Pain Management
• Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Hydrocodone/paracetamol
• Wikipedia's article - Hydrocodone/paracetamol

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