Hycodone Tablet 5.0 mg

Adult dose

For the control of pain in typical adults, 1 to 2 tablets may be taken orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed. A maximum of 8 tablets may be taken per day. The dosage should be adjusted according to the degree of pain and the patient's response.

This medication may cause liver damage and gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages daily; thus, consultation with a physician or pharmacist is essential. This medication contains components that can burden the liver, and patients with weakened liver function must consult healthcare providers before use. Concurrent use with central nervous system depressants or alcohol may lead to severe drowsiness, respiratory depression, coma, or death, so it should be avoided or taken under medical supervision. Patients with allergic reactions to this medication, a history of asthma, severe respiratory depression, head trauma, etc., should not take this medication. Elderly patients, and those with impaired liver or kidney function, hypothyroidism, or adrenal insufficiency should use this medication with increased caution, and patients with urinary retention also need to be careful. This medication may cause dependence, so long-term use should follow medical guidance, and because side effects like drowsiness or dizziness may occur, caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. Furthermore, this medication may interact with other central nervous system depressants or certain medications, so it's essential to inform healthcare providers of any other medications being taken. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult healthcare providers before use, as this medication may affect the fetus or newborn. Safety in pediatric patients has not been established, so use in children should be approached with caution. In case of overdose, there is a risk of severe liver damage, respiratory depression, consciousness impairment, etc., so the prescribed dosage and duration must be strictly adhered to.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, difficulty breathing, systemic flushing, mucous membrane syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), asthma symptoms, liver abnormalities (liver damage, acute liver failure, jaundice), severe allergic reactions, severe swelling or urinary disturbances, respiratory depression, difficulty breathing, dependence, head trauma, increased intracranial pressure, shock, confusion, coma, cardiac arrest, hypotension, bradycardia, cardiac standstill

Mild side effects

Dizziness, sedation, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, confusion, mental and physical behavior disturbances, anxiety, fear, discomfort, mood changes, constipation, skin rash, itching, ureteral spasms, bladder sphincter spasms, urinary retention, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA)

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It's best to maintain storage temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Yellow, oblong tablet

Package unit

100 tablets (10 tablets/PTP×10)