Let's take a minute and talk about your medication.

This medicine contains both hydrocodone and acetaminophen, and you should take it as directed by your doctor.

This medication treats moderate to severe pain. It starts working in about 15 minutes, but full effects can take up to an hour.

At first, it could make you drowsy or lightheaded, so don't do activities that require you to be alert, like driving, until you know how it affects you. It could also make you nauseous, so taking it with food can help. This is normal and should go away. If these or other side effects become reasons you want to stop taking this medicine, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

To reduce serious side effects, avoid alcohol and other medicines that cause drowsiness or that contain acetaminophen, or Tylenol. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before starting any new medications, and call your doctor right away if you have a rash, trouble breathing, stomach pain, excessive sleepiness or other changes to your body.

This medication could become habit-forming if taken regularly, so don't suddenly stop taking it, unless your doctor says it's okay.

This medicine is controlled by federal law. It can put you at risk for addiction, abuse, misuse, overdose, and death. It can be dangerous to others, so store it in a safe place. After you stop taking it you should dispose of it properly. Ask your pharmacist about proper disposal options in your area or go to the FDA.gov website for more information.


For best results, take hydrocodone with acetaminophen only as directed, and work with your doctor to find the lowest dose that is effective for you.