I got prescribed some hydrocodone, and i have trouble swallowing the pill. Would there be any problems if i cut it in half and swallowed both?
2007-01-19 07:30:18 · 17 answers · asked by Grace 4 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Not at all. Hydrocodone isn't time release, so cutting it in half won't make a difference.
2007-01-19 07:32:57 · answer #1 · answered by Jersey Giant 4 · 4⤊ 1⤋
No. the pills can be cut. If your prescription calls for hydrocodone apap, you might be able to have your doctor switch your prescription to straight hydrocodone and then you could take a coated acetaminophen tablet/capsule which would be easier to swallow.
2007-01-19 07:35:10 · answer #2 · answered by Scott K 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
While it's not a good idea to break some narcotics in half (example: oxycontin is very dangerous), you should have no problem.
In fact you may see an indent in the center of the pill just for this purpose. It is always a good idea to check with your doctor or pharmacist first though.
2007-01-19 07:35:09 · answer #3 · answered by m_c_m_a_n 4 · 1⤊ 3⤋
No you can snap it in half with your fingers or use a pill cutter. Be careful that is a very addictive drug.
2007-01-19 07:33:17 · answer #4 · answered by Lynnemarie 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
No, that's what my husband does, I think they are scored, he just breaks his. It also easier on your stomach that way.
2007-01-19 07:32:51 · answer #5 · answered by smartypants909 7 · 4⤊ 1⤋
I think it's absolutley fine.I have done this many times.
2007-01-22 18:42:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Have you tried putting it in Applesauce or Yogurt?
2007-01-19 07:33:20 · answer #7 · answered by VirtualElvis 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Generic for Vicadin. There should be no problems! it will just kick in faster......
2007-01-19 07:33:00 · answer #8 · answered by _DestroyingAngel_ 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
i have taken those pills before. there is nothing wrong with splitting them in half.
2007-01-19 07:33:41 · answer #9 · answered by laura s 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
I wouldn't recommend it
whole pills are easier to swallow
maybe you just need a chaser
2007-01-19 07:34:21 · answer #10 · answered by kurticus1024 7 · 1⤊ 5⤋