VICODIN ES Reviews (ACETAMINOPHEN; HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE)

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VICODIN ES  (ACETAMINOPHEN; HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE):  This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid (narcotic) pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. This product is not recommended for use in children younger than 6 years due to an increased risk of serious side effects (such as slow/shallow breathing).   FDA Approval Date: 1988-12-09 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)

  

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 4  arthritis Difficulty with sleeping if taken before bed time. Problem resolved in a few days, no longer a problem. I have been using Vicodin approximately 10 years for pain control. After prolonged use the drug is now only effective for approx. 3 hours. Started treatment for pain with 5mg hydrocodone/500mg acetaminefen (sp), twice a day, now taking 10mg/325mg acetamenifen four times a day. My dosage has increased over the years but so has my pain. The drug continues to work for me. M 70 10 years
9/4/2002
 5  3 years tiredness,headache very good at relieving my severe arthiritis pain in knees and spine. I usually take between 1 and 3 per day depending on the weather and what type of physical activity I am involved in. The drug does make you feel calm and peacefull in addition to relief of pain but I do not think I could ever take more than 3 per day due to the fatigue. F 63 3 years
750 3X day
11/20/2011
 4  Arthritis Sometimes this works as it should, other time it doesn't even control the pain and last I get dizzy from it (this doesn't happen too often) F 60 2 years
7.5 mg
4/1/2013
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 3  Arthritis Sometimes works, sometimes doesn't and other times just plain dizzy F 60 2 years
7.5/750
5/13/2013
 4  pain after extraction constipation, mild nausea Great for real pain, but not abuse, in my case. I used to love having extra opiate pills, for "fun", around after dental mauling, but now I get too constipated. And I'm sick of all that tylenol. Big deal--no chance for addiction anymore. I only took two doses (needed) and got plugged up for the next day. Ugh. F 59 1 days
7.5-750 4X day
10/11/2011
 3  In constant pain from arthritis No side effects, but sometimes, rarely, is not strong enough to take care of the pain. F 59 3 years
7.5-750
5/1/2012
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 1  severe knee pain Foggy, headachey, then went into shakes for several hours all this taking just 1/4 pill! Hated it. I am very drug sensitive so decided i better just try part of a pill.. sure glad I didn't take a whole pill. Unreal.....forget this! Back to Advil.. F 59 1 days
750/7.5 1X day
4/25/2012
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 3  to get high constipation, pruritis F 56 3 years
6/8/2002
 4  fibromyalgia sleepiness, itchiness I take it periodically when my pain gets to the point where I can't sleep. I am terrified of becoming addicted and needing greater doses, so I use it only when my pain is unbearable. It puts me to sleep and I wake up the next morning feeling significantly better, even when I'm in a downward spiral. F 55 3 years
2/13/2009
 5  Post Multiple Tooth Extraction NONE. No side effects & No Pain! I would strongly recommend this medication! M 54 8 weeks
3/3/2007
 5  Herniated discs & arthritis in neck Mental fuzziness, lack of focus and fatigue. The side effects are worth the pain relief. Without it, I would not be able to work or play. I only take 2.5-3 p/day (7.5/750)--NEVER anymore than that. I most likely have a physical dependence since I've taken the same dose for about two years. But I know I'm not psychologically addicted (if I was, I'd be wanting to take more); however, most doctors have a problem prescribing it long term--even though it's obvious I'm not abusing the drug. My last doctor agreed to prescribe it long term. Question is: Why only her and not the others? Any comments from other chronic pain sufferers who use this drug? P.S. I used to take it with Oxycontin but I didn't like the idea of taking that drug so I detoxed myself off of it. I'm glad I did. F 52 2 years
5/4/2006
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 3  back surgeries constipation, euphoria, withdrawl symptoms of low grade fever, depression, nervous twitches, rashes, weight gain over time dosage must increase to provide relief. when I run out I feel like a junkie, trying to buy from internet. currently in withdrawl. I hate this medication but I love the relief it provides. I really want to get into physical therapy again and stop taking vicodin, or at least reduce the number of times I take it per day. I have taken anywhere from 5 to 20 per day recently. I feel like I'm falling into the "cycle" described by others on this page and am trying to stop it without rehab. I've never had addiction issues with anything before. I've had lamanectomy and spinal fusions and pain is bad but this medication is just as bad and very dangerous. M 51 2 years
12/1/2006
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 5  chronic back, leg, neck, pain at first, sleepy, constipated, dizzy, mild euphoria. Had some nausea at first, but taking a drink of water would stop it. Now only get sleepy sometimes, and have to watch for constipation. I take a stool softner daily, and laxitive if I have not had a daily B.M. Had fusion surgery at C4,5,6. Bad disk at L5, and bad disk at mid back area. Have leg and foot pain from nerve dammage. Also lots of arthritis in my back. I am going to be evaluated for further back surgery. My Dr. switched me to Duragesic patch, but it was a nightmare expierience. I got sick from the side effects. Especially severe anxiety. Was on Duragesic for two months. Now back on 4 daily Vicodin ES. I wish I could just stay on it forever, as it is very effective pain relief for me, with a min. of side effects. Still able to work, mostly pain free. I am an Electrician. Doubt if I could keep working without some pain relief. Dr. says Vicodin not for long term pain relief however. Outstanding pain relief! Highly reccomended. M 50 11 months
2/11/2006
 5  chronic back, leg, neck, pain at first, sleepy, constipated, dizzy, mild euphoria. Had some nausea at first, but taking a drink of water would stop it. Now only get sleepy sometimes, and have to watch for constipation. I take a stool softner daily, and laxitive if I have not had a daily B.M. Had fusion surgery at C4,5,6. Bad disk at L5, and bad disk at mid back area. Have leg and foot pain from nerve dammage. Also lots of arthritis in my back. I am going to be evaluated for further back surgery. My Dr. switched me to Duragesic patch, but it was a nightmare expierience. I got sick from the side effects. Especially severe anxiety. Was on Duragesic for two months. Now back on 4 daily Vicodin ES. I wish I could just stay on it forever, as it is very effective pain relief for me, with a min. of side effects. Still able to work, mostly pain free. I am an Electrician. Doubt if I could keep working without some pain relief. Dr. says Vicodin not for long term pain relief however. M 50 11 months
2/11/2006
 5  WRIST SURGERY M 50 3 months
5/11/2002
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 4  Neck pain due to bone growth Slightly sleepy. Slightly lower concentration level. No constipation. Works well for my chronic pain. I am prescribed 4 per day, but sometimes only take 3. Prior to taking Vicodin I was miserable, now I almost feel normal. I am happy with the results and the side effects are mild. I will be taking it long term and hope that I do not become tolerant. Vicodin does not make me feel euphoric. I feel no other need to take other than for pain control. M 50 1.5 months
9/15/2007
 1  Oral surgery I felt like I was knocked over the head, and held down, and I became very nauseated. I was trapped on the verge of hurling, but fighting it since doing so would make things very messy in my mouth where I had lots of stitches and couldn't well clean. A bad night. Reading the other comments, I see I am in a minority. So, this med may work just fine for you. Maybe it's better on a "full" stomach -- something not easy to achieve when one's had surgery in one's mouth. F 50 1 times
5/31/2008
 3  Chronic pain from MVA anger issues, anxiety, after extended use ineffective for pain level. constipation, loss of libido. General dryness. Weight loss. Intollerance (violent sickness) if alcohol ingested, even small quantities (1 glass of wine). Worked great for a year or so but after taking it for so long it no longer worked to eliviate pain. I took varying levels of opiates for 9 years straight. Withdrawal is horrible. I tapered dosage in half for a month, then in half again for another month, until one day I quit taking them altogether. I will NEVER use pain pills for my pain again unless post-op. The withdrawal is not worth it. F 45 9 years
4/24/2009
 4   Rebound headcahe, When nothing else works fot my neck and head pain, I reach for Vicodin ES. Trouble is, as mentioned, it often gives me a hangover feeling the next day. If I keep these down to 1 a week and have no problems. M 41 4 years
8/14/2005
 5  hand surgery Mild euphoria (nice trip!); occasional rebound headache; occasional mild nausea, the result of taking Vicodin on an empty stomach; mild disruption in sleep. Also prescribed Phenergan in combo with Vicodin to fend of nausea. Only trouble is that Phenergan puts you sleep in zombie land for a long time. Great for pain relief -- and the side effects (except for nausea) are pleasant. One feels a sense of calm after taking Vicodin. M 40 1 months
7/10/2006
  

VICODIN ES  (ACETAMINOPHEN; HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE):  This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It contains an opioid (narcotic) pain reliever (hydrocodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Hydrocodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. This product is not recommended for use in children younger than 6 years due to an increased risk of serious side effects (such as slow/shallow breathing).   FDA Approval Date: 1988-12-09 (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)

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