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Hydrocodone and Ibuprofen Information: Dosage, Precautions and Side EffectsHydrocodone with Ibuprofen known by the brand name of Vicoprofen is used in the treatment of mild to moderate pain. Hydrocodone is a narcotic analgesic while ibuprofen is an anti-inflammatory drug. Hydrocodone can be habit forming, and should be taken only under medical advice and for limited periods. Hydrocodone-Ibuprofen is generally used for a limited period of less than ten days, and is not used for long-term treatment. How to take Hydrocodone-IbuprofenHydrocodone-Ibuprofen should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. It is important that you follow the instructions exactly. If you don’t understand these or have any doubts get it clarified by a qualified medical professional or your pharmacist. Take the doses with a full glass of water. If you suffer stomach upsets on taking the drug, you can take it with food or milk. You should also make sure that you consume lots of water when you are taking this drug as it can cause constipation. StorageStore this drug at a temperature of 15-30 degrees Celsius (59-86 degrees Fahrenheit). Store in a dry place and away from reach of children. Do not share it with anyone else. DosageTake the medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The usual dosage is one tablet every 4 to 6 hours. The actual dosage will depend on your need. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember or are in a position to take it. Then wait for the prescribed time before taking the next dose. If it is almost time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose altogether. Never take two doses together. OverdoseTaking an overdose of Hydrocodone-Ibuprofen may result in slow breathing, dizziness, drowsiness, ringing in the ears, blurred vision, confusion, and coma. In extreme cases it can also be fatal. If you suspect that you have taken an overdose take emergency medical help immediately. PrecautionsHydrocodone and Ibuprofen may cause dizziness or drowsiness, and slow your normal reactions. You should be careful while driving or performing hazardous operations. It is better to avoid these operations particularly if you feel drowsiness or dizziness. Do not take any other medication that contains Ibuprofen, while you are taking Hydrocodone-Ibuprofen. If you need to take these, consult your doctor first. Avoid alcohol while you are taking Hydrocodone-Ibuprofen. Alcohol can accentuate the effects of this drug such as drowsiness, and also cause stomach bleeding. Hydrocodone-Ibuprofen can also cause constipation. Take plenty of water to compensate for this. A fiber rich diet will also help. Inform your doctor if you suffer from kidney or liver disease, asthma, enlarged prostate, high blood pressure, or heart disease. Also inform your doctor of any addiction that you may have or had to drugs and alcohol. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or are nursing, inform your doctor. The effects of this drug on the fetus is not fully known, and it is better to avoid taking it in these conditions, unless your doctor decides that the benefits outweigh potential hazards. Side EffectsCommon side effects include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, lightheadedness, and constipation and difficulty in urinating. It may also cause difficulty in breathing, and should be used with caution in elderly or physically weak patients and for those who have serious lung ailments. Hydrocodone-Ibuprofen also impairs normal physical and mental functioning making hazardous activities inadvisable while taking this medicine. Hydrocodone-Ibuprofen may be habit forming, although this is unlikely to happen with short-term use. It is for this reason that this drug should not be used on long-term basis. |
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