VICODIN ES Reviews (ACETAMINOPHEN; HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE)

Average Rating: 3.8 (37 Ratings)

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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
 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
 5  Knee Surgery and Low Back Pain Little Dry Mouth and some Constipation, Thats it. The Best Pain Killer so far. Makes you fell good inside. I take 1 in the morning with my Coffee, 1 during the mid day while working, and 2 at night before before bed with Green Tea and I'm fine. Dont eat heavy food with it eat light and a good hot bowl of soup works the best. I have taken Vicodin for 6 years I take 3-4 a day and i have (NO PAIN AT ALL)... Just dont over medicate yourself. It works take it!!!! M 35 6 years
11/16/2007
 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  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  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
 3  to get high constipation, pruritis F 56 3 years
6/8/2002
 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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 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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 5  pain none great for pain relief F 30 2 years
9/16/2003
 4  Severe joint damage Impaired vision, slight dizziness, and extreme energy and hyperactivity . Even though this medication can help I would not recommend it unless you truly truly need it. The medication can become addictive and cause abdominal problems and liver problems. M 28 2 years
2/20/2009
 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
 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  degenerative disc disease a little nauseous when started taking. constipation. the word constipation does not do it justice. there is a definate "hydro" turd. nothing like you've ever experianced. any over the counter stool softner/laxative helps a lot. vicodin has made every day life a little easier. I have degenerative disc disease (lumbar). 2 disc bulge directly on my spinal cord. both discs are completely blacked out on mri and another is gray.have been to several neurologist and at this point because of the position of the discs I have no other options. you must be careful with this med because of the possible addiction. the feeling you get out of it is wonderful BUT only take to alleviate the pain. I dont need to be completely pain free just relieved enough to work. for me this philosophy has kept me from addiction. I can go without it with no withdrawls just a lot of pain. one thing that has helped me decrease my dose, 4 7.5 a day to 2-2 and a half, is an inversion table. this helps take pressure off my spine. be very careful with this med! M 38 1 years
11/7/2008
 5  Recreational Euphoric, sociable, pain-free. I think I liked it a little too much. When mixed with alcohol, it causes extreme euphoria. I found I was much more talkative and relaxed around others...to the point where when I didn't have it, I could barely function. Still dealing with addiction to it, day by day. F 22 1 years
12/19/2008
 2  Fibromyalgia Muscle Pain Headaches, stomach pain, and joint stiffness/gave me a strong arthritis type pain all over. Pain was almost like a bad flu Didn't help much with fibro pain plus I don't like that taking the prescribed dosage of 2 tabs every 4-6 hrs puts you almost at a tylenol overdose. I switched meds after a 37 yr old friend of mine had to have a liver transplant and almost died. She never abused dosage and if you ask me it isn't worth risk. There are better meds out there. F 35 1 years
8/29/2009
 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
 3  Chronic Nerve and Pelvic Pain Constipation, alert (Can not take at night!), happy go lucky, itchy nose, short term memory loss 7.5/750 Doesn't take away the pain, merely distracts me from it about 75% of the time. I have chronic pelvic pain, nerve pain with my glute muscles fusing together and hitting nerves after I had my coccyx removed 4 years ago. I take a half of a pill, maybe a whole pill almost everyday. Constant pain, spikes about 6+ times a day, sometimes bringing me to tears. Scared of addiction and try to just deal with the pain. F 24 10 months
10/9/2009
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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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