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  • Hydrocodone is a prescription pharmaceutical, an opioid derivative belonging to a class of drugs known as narcotic analgesics, of which morphine and codeine are also a part of. It exerts its pharmacological activity within the brain and spinal cord through interaction with opioid receptors. Its primary uses are relief of pain and suppression of cough. It is the most commonly prescribed opiate in U.S., and is available to consumers only in combination with other medications, never in its pure form. The most frequently encountered combination is with acetaminophen. There are hundreds of variations, marketed under many different brand names, as well as generics. Some of the better-known brand names are Vocodin, Lortab and Lorcet.

    Lorcet 10-650 tablet

    This tablet is light blue, oblong and partially scored with "UAD" imprinted on one side and "63 50" on the other.

    Vicodin 5-500 tablet

    This tablet is white, oblong and scored with "VICODIN" imprinted on one side.

    Lortab 5-500 tablet

    This tablet is white in color with blue specks; it is oblong and partially scored with "902" imprinted on one side and "ucb" on the other.

    Additional Variations

    Excellent photos of several versions of the hydrocodone-acetaminophen combination can be found at WebMD: http://www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-251-Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen+Oral.aspx?drugid=251&drugname=Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen+Oral&source=0&pagenumber=2. The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) website contains additional high-quality photos of numerous kinds: http://www.justice.gov/dea/images_hydrocodone.html.

    Recreational Use

    Like other opiates, hydrocodone caries a risk for abuse and dependence. Aside from the serious negative consequences of an opiate addiction, the presence of other pharmaceuticals in all versions of hydrocodone medications poses an additional threat to health. For example, high doses of acetaminophen, with which it is predominantly combined, are known to cause significant hepatotoxicity (liver damage).

    Medical Disclaimer

    This article is for information purposes only and not in any way intended as medical advice.

    Source:

    RX List

    U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration

    WebMD

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    U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration

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