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No it's relatively safe to use in prescribed dosages for all adults.
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What are the long term effects of vicodin use in elderly?
Long-term use of Vicodin in the elderly can lead to increased risk of falls, confusion, cognitive decline, and dependence or addiction. It can also worsen underlying medical conditions and interact with other medications the elderly may be taking. It is important to closely monitor the use of Vicodin in older individuals and consider alternative pain management strategies.
Can you od on Vicodin?
Yes, for a couple of reasons. Vicodin is a compound of hydrocodone, which is a synthetic narcotic, and this is what you might normally overdose on. But the other drug in Vicodin is Tylenol, acetaminophen, the non-prescription pain killer. Tylenol itself is somewhat toxic, and if you take too much for too long, it can destroy your kidneys or liver.
Is vicoden stronger than norco?
This is a complicated question. Both have the same amount of hydrocodone (10mg) but Vicodin has more acetaminophen (Tylenol). Norco has 325mg Tylenol while Vicodin has 500mg. The FDA is considering making all hydrocodone/acetaminophen combinations limited to 500mg acetaminophen because it is toxic to the liver, especially when mixed with alcohol.
Is it good to use baby powder on elderly?
If it is soothing and doesn't otherwise cause problems, why not? There is nothing about it that becomes toxic as people age.
What is stronger blue vicodin or the yellow vicodin?
is blue vicodin stronger than the white vicodin hp
Is Vicodin the same as Hydrocodone?
The opioid analgesic ingredient in Vicodin is Hydrocodone. Vicodin is a brand name of a medication containing both hydrocodone and acetaminophen. Hydrocodone is an ingredient in Vicodin which is a "trademarked" name. Vicodin has Hydrocodone in it. Vicodin is a combination of Hydrocodone and Acetaminophen so no Hydrocodone is only one of the two drugs that is in Vicodin.
Which better Vicodin or norco?
vicodin definitely
Can you melt Vicodin down to liquid?
Can you melt Vicodin
Is Demerol the same as vicodin?
No. Vicodin isn't as dangerous.
How is Vicodin similar to loracet?
Vicodin and Lorcet both have hydocodone and Tylenol in them, but, Vicodin has less Tylenol than the Lorcet.Annabelle50
Is Vicodin stronger then Roxie's?
no. vicodin is hydrocodone where as a roxie is oxycodone. which is a bit more on the strong side than a vicodin.
What is the difference between vicodin 5 and vicodin 7.5?
2.5
