Norco 5-325 mg

Overview

Norco 5-325 mg is made up of a combination of. Both of them are components of Norco. Health experts prescribe this FDA-approved medicine for treating severe pain.

For individuals who are experiencing physical pain caused by accidents, surgery, or any adverse event, optimal dosages of this drug are prescribed. If one has any history of intestine blockage or asthma, it is important to tell the healthcare professional about these health complications. This medication is currently discontinued in the US.

Uses of Norco 5-325 mg:

This combination medication drug is used to treat moderate to severe pain in patients. Hydrocodone present in this medicine acts in the brain to change how the body feels and responds to pain.

The acetaminophen in Norco 5-325 mg can also help one to reduce a fever. Norco belongs to the narcotic analgesic combination class of drugs. Due to risks of addiction, abuse, and misuse, healthcare experts even at recommended doses do not prefer it for use in patients.

Dosages:

Norco is available in different dosage strengths like:-

• Norco 5-325 mg: It means 5 mg hydrocodone and 325 mg acetaminophen.
• Norco 7.5-325 mg: It means 7.5 mg of hydrocodone and 325 mg of acetaminophen.
• Norco 10-325 mg: It means 10 mg of hydrocodone and 325 mg of acetaminophen.

Adult dosage for pain:

Recommended dose: Acetaminophen-hydrocodone 300 mg-5 mg, 1 to 2 tablets taken orally every 4 to 6 hours as prescribed.

Maximum dose: Acetaminophen-hydrocodone 300 mg-5 mg, 8 tablets taken daily as prescribed.

Dosage should be recommended after monitoring the severity of the pain and response of the patient. Tolerance to hydrocodone may develop with continued use, and the incidence of side effects depends on the dosage.

Side Effects of Norco 5-325 mg:

Common side effects of this WATSON 913 white/orange pills include:

• Anxiety
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Drowsiness
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Dizziness

Consult a licensed medical healthcare provider if one experiences any of the below-mentioned symptoms:

• Sleep apnea
• Hallucinations
• Abdominal pain
• Loss of appetite
• Weight loss
• Difficulty urinating
• Severe allergic reactions
• Stomach pain
• Hydrocodone, being a primary ingredient in this pain relief medication drug, can result in developing addiction as it is an opioid-based drug. This means that withdrawal symptoms might also occur.
• Mixing Norco with alcohol can be very dangerous, as it can lead to many severe side effects. It can be life-threatening, as respiratory depression caused by two CNS depressants can be fatal.

Precautions:

• Hydrocodone and acetaminophen carry warnings for numerous safety risks. These warnings are printed on the product label and are the strongest warnings which are issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
• Hydrocodone present in this medicine is an opioid that may lead to addiction. Therefore, this drug should be taken only after the prescription from a healthcare professional, as this medication worsens the condition of the patients if taken excessively.
• This medication contains an opioid, so combining this medicine with alcohol may lead to overdosing. Do not consume it with any other drugs containing opioids.
• Acetaminophen, which is the other ingredient, could harm the liver if consumed in high amounts. Usually, it is advised not to take more than 4000 mg of acetaminophen daily. Be alert about this while taking any other products containing acetaminophen as an ingredient.