me and my bf went into pain (he had a back ache, me an ab pain) and he asked me that its good for the pain... but i understand that as long it works soo good for the body, it can be use as drug for pain killer ..... what do you think???
i dont want to take drugs at all!
2006-09-21 03:33:12 · 7 answers · asked by *live,laugh,love* 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
hydrocodone/acetaminophen
Generic Name: hydrocodone/acetaminophen
Brand Names: Vicodin, Vicodin ES, Anexsia, Lorcet, Lorcet Plus, Norco
Drug Class And Mechanism: Hydrocodone is a narcotic pain-reliever and a cough suppressant, similar to codeine. The precise mechanism of pain relief by hydrocodone and other narcotics is not known. Acetaminophen is a non-narcotic analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). Acetaminophen relieves pain by elevating the pain threshold. It reduces fever through its action on the heat regulating center of the brain. Frequently, hydrocodone and acetaminophen are combined to achieve pain relief, as in Vicodin and Lortab.
This is a prescription drug and should not be taken for a headache or stomach pain. It should be taken only on a doctors order...............
2006-09-21 03:38:12 · answer #1 · answered by thomasrobinsonantonio 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is a very strong pain killer that I have been given for after surgery. I would not take it for common everyday pains. It is pretty addicting...it is what many of the celebrities get addicted to when you hear about them being addicted to pain killers.
Take 4 ibuprofin and call me in the morning.
2006-09-21 03:42:31 · answer #2 · answered by BG 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
acetaminophen and hydrocodone
It is a mix of your basic over the counter tylenol and a controlled substance for pain. Used only when necessary it is fine to take. Know that in the united states it is illegal for anyone to transfer the rx to anyone else. (sorry had to add that) But hey if your in pain take it. And if the pain doesn't go away in 3-4 days go to the doctor. :-)
2006-09-21 04:59:02 · answer #3 · answered by sdc3dfwm 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is prescribed by doctors as a pain killer. Everytime I've had surgery I was prescribed Vicodin. I don't think it should be taken for minor pains though, just major pains (ie surgery). Ibuprofen is for minor pains.
2006-09-21 03:41:57 · answer #4 · answered by Coco 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Only take the meds for when you are in pain but for any other reason than that just leave them alone... don't feel like your a drug head for taking pain pills for when you are in pain that's what there for just don't abuse them...Hope you feel better soon...
2006-09-21 03:37:56 · answer #5 · answered by brutalA 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'd stay away from any pain killers. Their very addicting.
2006-09-21 03:41:07 · answer #6 · answered by Blue Eyes 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if you don't want to take it, I know a guy named Al who would be happy to assist you in disposing of it.
2006-09-21 03:44:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋