2006-08-31 16:41:50 · 10 answers · asked by kknights81 1 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
please send me some, I'm having a *****y night.... :(
2006-08-31 16:49:02 · answer #1 · answered by Krn 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here is some info, about lortab>>
Lortab® is the brand name for the combination of acetaminophen (Tylenol) and hydrocodone. Lortab® is prescribed for moderate to moderately severe pain. Hydrocodone binds to the pain receptors in the brain so that the sensation of pain is reduced. Acetaminophen halts the production of prostaglandins which otherwise cause pain. It is available in tablet, capsule, and liquid form and is taken every 4-6 hours by mouth. Since hydrocodone can be habit forming, care must be taken to follow the doctor's instructions when taking Lortab®. Do not take a larger dose, or take it more frequently, or take it for longer than the doctor prescribes..
Info for Vicodin>>
Vicodin
acetaminophen and hydrocodone (ah see ta MIH no fen and hye dreo KOE done)
Anexsia, Anolor DH5, Bancap HC, Dolacet, Lorcet 10/650, Lorcet HD, Lorcet Plus, Lortab, Lortab 10, Lortab 5/500, Lortab 7.5/500, Lortab Elixir, Norco, T-Gesic, Vicodin, Vicodin ES, Vicodin HP, Zydone
I don't think there is much difference, in both of these meds..
2006-09-01 00:23:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is possible, there are higher mg's of the hydrocodone in the lortab than in the Vicodin. They mg's of Tylenol remain the same when comparing Lortab to Vicodin however. You are correct also in saying that they are the same medication just different strengths.
2006-09-01 11:55:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say yes to that question. Many of the generic drugs are supposed to be the same as the name brand and contain the same ingreidients. NOT SO. One good example is Coumadin and Warfarin. Even tho both are "rat poisons"...they will NOT work the same on all people. Lortabs will constipate you in one day if you don't take precautions. Lortabs are also VERY addictive. Pops
2006-08-31 23:47:06 · answer #4 · answered by Pops 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a horrible reaction to Lortab while I felt wonderful with Vicodin. I think it is related to each person's physical make-up. Tell your doctor or drug dealer about your reaction.
2006-08-31 23:50:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could be experiencing the placebo effect. But, isn't Lortab the generic version? Sometimes generics give different effects, but for the most part, they're just cheaper in price. Not always, some generics are completely different.
2006-08-31 23:44:44 · answer #6 · answered by dhalia_1977 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lortab is way better
2006-08-31 23:43:06 · answer #7 · answered by Purp_slinger 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lortab has 7.5 mg of hydrocodone, vicodin has 5 mg, you do the math ;)
2006-08-31 23:45:00 · answer #8 · answered by johnny m 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is possible.
They are almost the same drug, but they have a different carrying ability in the molecules.
Also, a lot of people psychologically respond to drugs...
I'm not saying this is the case for you, but it does happen.
2006-08-31 23:43:43 · answer #9 · answered by PreviouslyChap 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, they aren't chemically the same thing, although they are used for the same thing.
2006-08-31 23:43:58 · answer #10 · answered by Blunt Honesty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋