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The biggest difference is their potency - Demerol is a DEA Schedule 2 controlled substance, while Vicodin (Hydrocodone) is a Schedule 3 drug. Demerol (generic name Meperidine), being a Schedule 2 drug, is more tighty regulated - you cannot get refills, and each fill must be obtained with a new prescription each time. Also, many doctors don't like to prescribe Demerol because it's been associated with potential seizures. Personally I think it's that they're too chicken - I've used it for years with no problem.
Vicodin, being a Schedule 3 drug, can have refills on one prescription and isn't as tightly regulated, and is more often prescribed for most acute pain patients.
Pharmacologically, they're both morphine derivatives, though Demerol is a lot stronger. It's also more often given as an injectable or through an IV stream when a person is in the hospital.
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∙ 11y agoMethadone is the stronger of the 2; Methadone is a Schedule II opiate, where Vicodin is only a Schedule III.
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∙ 10y agoIt depends on the strength of the Norco. the common yellow Norcos are 10mg hydrocodone and 325mg acetaminophen. Vicodin ES is 7.5mg hydrocodone and 750mg of acetaminophen.
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Is Demerol the same as vicodin?
No. Vicodin isn't as dangerous.
What is the difference between vicodin 5 and vicodin 7.5?
2.5
Is Demerol more powerful than vicodin?
Yes definitely. Demerol is a class II controlled substance narcotic along with Oxycontin and Dilaudid. Vicodin is a class III controlled substance narcotic.
What is a narco What is the difference between vicodin and narco?
Narco is a pain medication that contains acetaminophen and hydrocodone. The difference between Vicodin and Narco is the dosage.
What is the difference between Vicodin and Darvocet?
There are 2 active ingredients in Vicodin and Darvocet. Vicodin has Hydrocodone and acetaminophen in it. Darvocet has Propoxyphene and acetaminophen. Vicodin is a much stronger analgesic than Darvocet. Huge difference!
What is the difference between vicodin and trimadol?
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WHAT IS THE DIRRERENCE BETWEEN Demerol and hydrocodone?
hydrocodone aka. sumtin like vicodin is more of a painkiller then anything and makes u calm. Demerol is like morphine. its a muscle relaxer/anti depressant and a pain killer.vicodin is the ultimate for pain killing but if u wanna feel real good demerol is my choice
Will Demerol show up like vicodin ina drug screen?
Yes, Hydrocodone and Demerol are both opiates and will show up as "Opiate" on a drug screen.
Can Demerol be snorted or smoked?
it can be snorted, smoked, or shot up. You can even shoot up Vicodin and Hydrocodone.
What is the difference between marijuana and vicodin on your body?
The difference between marijuana and vicodin on your body is, Marijuana is not as addicting as vicodin. Vicodin attacks your liver after a long time of taking them and you can also overdose while marijuana will effect some of your brain cells and make your lips darker.. lol honestly there is no comparing marijuana to vicodin. so if you are smoking marijuana, continue that rather then switching to Vicodin. Thank you- Ms. Watson 387..lol
Is Dilaudid stronger than Vicodin?
Demerol is very strong but it is better used for short-term pain relief. Vicodin is supposed to be for long-term pain relief like every 6 hours or so. If you want instantaneous pain relief, go for Demerol. If you want Vicodin, it might take an hour or so to kick in, which really sucks sometimes
What is the difference between Hydrocodone-APAP and Vicodin?
Hydrocodone/APAP is the a preparation of Vicodin containing 5mg/500mg of Hydrocodone/APAP.
