What is hydrocodone and meclizine used for together?

Answer 1

As mention above ad nauseum, hydrocodone is a narcotic pain reliever and cough suppressant. Meclizine is an anti-nausea, anti-vomitting, and anti-dizziness/vertigo medication.

Why use together? I have two theories.

One of the golden rules of medicine is as follows. You see a doctor for one problem and he gives you a pill. You go in the second day and complain about another problem that is side effect of the first drug and what does the doctor do.... Of course he gives you another pill to treat the side effect of the first medication. This rule I refer to as return business. So my first theory is that you have pain. The doctor gives you hydrocodone which can sometimes cause nausea and vomitting. Meclizine can be used to treat the nausea and vomitting.

My second theory is that you went to see the doctor because you have some respiratory tract infection that is causing you cough alot. The hydrocodone is given to you in a syrup form to suppress the cough. You are also complaining about severe dizziness of the vertigo-type which is probably related to the infection. The doctor gives you meclizine to help with the dizziness/vertigo.

Answer 2

It´s a pain killer.
Hydrocodone is an effective antitussive (anti-cough) agent, and as an opiate it is also an effective analgesic for mild to moderate pain control. Five mg of hydrocodone is equivalent to 30 mg of codeine when administered orally. Early comparisons concluded that hydrocodone and morphine were equipotent for pain control in humans. However, it is now considered that a dose of 15 mg (1/4 gr) of hydrocodone is equivalent to 10 mg (1/6 gr) of morphine. Hydrocodone is considered to be morphine-like in all respects.

Answer 3

This medication is a combination of a narcotic (hydrocodone) and a non-narcotic (acetaminophen) used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Hydrocodone works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, and acetaminophen decreases the formation of prostaglandins, therefore relieving pain..
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent or treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. It may also be used to reduce lightheadedness, dizziness, and loss of balance (vertigo) caused by diseases that affect the inner ear.

they are most likely used together because hydrocodone can cause nausea

Answer 4

Hydrocodone is a pain medication used for moderate to severe pain.Can also be used to treat a severe cough.
Meclizine is an antihistimine used to treat nausea, vomiting or dizziness. often times for motion sickness.

Have you had a cold recently? I am not sure why they would use the 2 together except for a cold. (cough+ congestion)

Did you ask the Dr. who prescribed it?

Answer 5

Together, I'm not sure of the ailment.

Meclizine (proposed INN is meclozine) is an antihistamine, considered to be an antiemetic. It is most commonly used to inhibit nausea and vomiting. An alternative to dimenhydrinates like Dramamine, Meclizine is considered to perform the same functions at an equitable level of effectiveness, but with reduced side effects.

Hydrocodone or dihydrocodeinone (marketed as Vicodin, Anexsia, Dicodid, Hycodan, Hycomine, Lorcet, Lortab, Norco, Hydroco, Tussionex, Vicoprofen) is an opioid derived from either of the naturally occurring opiates codeine or thebaine. Hydrocodone is an orally active narcotic analgesic and antitussive. Sales and production of this drug have increased significantly in recent years, as have diversion and illicit use. Hydrocodone is commonly available in tablet, capsule and syrup form.


Hydrocodone Bitartrate 10mg/
Acetaminophen 650mgAs a narcotic, hydrocodone relieves pain by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord. It may be taken with or without food. When taken with alcohol, it can intensify drowsiness. It may interact with monoamine oxidase inhibitors, as well as other drugs that cause drowsiness. It is in FDA pregnancy category C: its effect on an embryo or fetus is not clearly known and pregnant women should consult their physicians before taking it. Common side effects include dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, drowsiness, euphoria, vomiting, and constipation. Some less common side effects are allergic reaction, blood disorders, changes in mood, mental fogginess, anxiety, lethargy, difficulty urinating, spasm of the ureter, irregular or depressed respiration and rash.

Hydrocodone can be habit-forming , and can lead to physical and psychological addiction. In the U.S., pure hydrocodone and forms containing more than 15 mg per dosage unit are considered Schedule II drugs. Those containing less than or equal to 15 mg per dosage unit in combination with acetaminophen or another non-controlled drug are called Hydrocodone Compounds and are considered Schedule III drugs. Hydrocodone is typically found in combination with other drugs such as paracetamol (acetaminophen), aspirin, ibuprofen and homatropine methylbromide. The purpose of the non-controlled drugs in combination is often twofold. 1) To provide increased analgesia via drug synergy. 2) To limit the intake of hydrocodone by causing unpleasant and often unsafe side effects at higher than prescribed doses (See Below). In the UK it is listed as a Class A drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971.

Answer 6

What Is Meclizine Used For

Answer 7

I don't know actually. Maybe it is very light used glue? I have no idea. But my toilet paper is extra annoying! It just doesn't come off, so I end up ripping the whole thing! Blah! Edit:: If you lick it, the toilet paper will stick to your tongue.

Answer 8

To get high, or to kill pain.