Medication info
Hycodone Tablet 7.5 mg

Hycodone Tablet 7.5 mg

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Acetaminophen›325mg / 1 tabletHydrocodone Tartrate›7.5mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)비씨월드제약
Appearance
White rectangular tablet
Packaging
100 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 10)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201202412 · Approved 2012.03.30 · Insurance code 653102620

Summary

Main use
Relief of moderate to severe pain
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
For typical adult pain control, take 1 tablet by mouth every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Maximum daily dosage is 6 tablets. Adjust dosage according to the intensity of pain and the patient's response.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)비씨월드제약

Efficacy & effects

Relief of moderate to severe pain

  • Moderate pain
  • severe pain
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This medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It effectively reduces pain and helps improve the quality of life for patients.

How to take

Adult dose

For typical adult pain control, take 1 tablet by mouth every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Maximum daily dosage is 6 tablets. Adjust dosage according to the intensity of pain and the patient's response.

Precautions

This medication may cause liver damage or gastrointestinal bleeding if taken by individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages per day, so it must be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist. This medication contains ingredients that can burden the liver, so individuals with impaired liver function should take it with special caution. Taking this medication with other substances that affect the central nervous system or alcohol may result in severe drowsiness, respiratory depression, or coma, so great caution is advised when combined with such substances. Individuals with a history of allergic reactions to this medication, asthma, severe respiratory depression, or head injury should avoid taking it. Elderly individuals, those who are frail, have reduced liver or kidney function, or have hypothyroidism or adrenal insufficiency should exercise extra caution when using this medication. Long-term use can lead to dependence on the drug, so it should be taken in appropriate doses and duration as directed by a doctor. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, and nausea, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery after taking this medication. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before taking this medication, as respiratory depression or withdrawal symptoms may appear in newborns before and after delivery. Safety in children has not been established, so it is preferable not to use it in pediatric patients. Overdosage may result in severe liver damage or respiratory depression, so strict adherence to the prescribed dosage is essential, and any adverse symptoms should be reported to a healthcare professional immediately.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor → severe allergic reaction
  • Severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/ocular mucosa → severe dermatological reaction
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough + fever → respiratory problems
  • Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy → liver abnormalities (jaundice)
  • Sudden and

Mild side effects

Stumbling, dizziness, sedation, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, confusion, coma, mental and physical behavioral disturbances, anxiety, fear, discomfort, mood changes, constipation, ureteral spasms, bladder sphincter spasms, urinary retention, skin rash, itching, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, high anion gap metabolic acidosis

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container that protects it from air and moisture, and it is recommended to keep it in a cool place between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way can help maintain the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White rectangular tablet

Package unit

100 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 10)

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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