Can taking lortab be causing your kidney pains in the morning or what feels like kidney pain on both sides of your lower back?

Answer 1

Lortab is a brand name for Hydrocodone and is usually combined with a large dose of acetaminophen (Tylenol). The highest recommended dose of Tylenol for an adult in a 24 hour period is not to exceed 2,000mg's. That is equal to about 2 tablets of Tylenol, 3 times a day. This is the amount of Tylenol that would typically be included in 4-6 tablets of Lortab. If you are taking more than that in a 24 hour period your liver is absorbing more acetaminophen than it can handle and can cause some serious side effects including pain. This pain can be mistaken as KIDNEY PAIN. Over a long period of time, high doses of Lortab can lead to liver problems, including liver disease and failure. Don't be too alarmed until you have blood work done from your family doctor. A simple test can show whether or not your liver is functioning properly and what you can do to stop the damage before it's too late. There are many variables that can speed the process of Lortab's effect on your liver. These include other medications you may be taking as well as taking the medicine with or shortly before or after consuming alcohol. If you are worried about this please do not hesitate talking to your doctor about having the blood/liver tests done. I have a cousin who was scared to ask her doctor about this and ended up never getting the blood tests done for fear her doctor would cut her off from her pain medication all together. She ended up in the hospital for 4 months after liver failure and almost didn't make it. I'd much rather deal with being honest with my doctor than the possibility of my last trip in life to the emergency room. Below is a list you would typically find from most pharmacies warning labels on Hydrocodone products. If you have anymore questions on this subject please post them in the discussion board and I will try to respond as quickly as possible. Good luck to you and may God bless you and see you through your pain. I've been in your shoes and know first hand how difficult it can be.

Hydrocodone ( Lorcet, Lortab, Norco, Vicodin ) should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: severe breathing problems (e.g., respiratory depression, hypercapnia), severe diarrhea (e.g., pseudomembranous colitis, infectious diarrhea due to toxins). Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease, kidney disease, difficulty urinating (e.g., enlarged prostate, urethral stricture), alcohol use, drug dependency, heart problems (e.g., slow/irregular heartbeat, very low blood pressure), abdominal/stomach problems (e.g., gallbladder disease), lung disease (e.g., asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), seizure disorders, serious head injury or brain disease, spinal problems (kyphoscoliosis), low thyroid disease (hypothyroidism), adrenal gland problems (Addison's disease), psychiatric problems (toxic psychosis), any allergies (especially to codeine or codeine-like medications). This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Avoid alcoholic beverages because they may increase the risk of side effects of this drug. This product contains acetaminophen which may cause liver damage. Daily use of alcohol and acetaminophen may increase your risk for liver damage (symptoms include yellowing eyes or skin, stomach pain, dark urine). Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information. To minimize dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a seated or lying position. Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the side effects of the drug, especially the possible decreased breathing and drowsiness effects. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. It is not recommended for use for long periods or in high doses near the expected delivery date because of the potential for fetal harm. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Based on information from related drugs, this drug may pass into breast milk. Due to the potential risk to the infant, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.