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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RATING  REASONSIDE EFFECTS FOR VICODIN ESCOMMENTSSEXAGEDURATION/
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 3  4 Wisdom Teeth Extracted Very drowsey while sitting/laying down however,if I was moving i'd be fine. Itching. Occasional disorientation and dizziness. I would take 2 vicodin every 4 to 5 hours and one to two ibuprofen inbetween taking them. There was still a considerable amount of pain if I was doing anything with my mouth (eating, drinking, talking) but it helped more then just taking the ibuprofen alone. F 19 3 days
9/26/2007
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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
 5  Post Multiple Tooth Extraction NONE. No side effects & No Pain! I would strongly recommend this medication! M 54 8 weeks
3/3/2007
 4  4 Wisdom teeth extracted Sleepiness, some dizziness, itching all over. This medication helped take the pain away quickly, within minutes after taking it. It also makes me sleepy within minutes after taking it, I could hardly keep my eyes open. But after some sleeping I wake up refreshed and are able to get stuff done. The pain was so unbearable right after surgery, that I had to take two on my first dose, which made me real dizzy....didn't do that again. On the second day of taking the medication I got so itchy all over. I got the same itching side effect from taking morphine a few years ago after a surgery. Much better then Percocet...I hate percocet ...it makes me so unbearably nauseous . F 6 days
1/21/2007
 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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 4  For pain A little light headedness,sleepiness.And stomach irritation if taken without food. I TRY TO TAKE THE SMALEST DOSE AND I STILL GET SOME RELIEF.IF I TAKE A WHOLE TABLET IT MAKES ME TALK ALOT. F 33 6 months
10/20/2006
 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
 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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 1  to get high constipation, very dizzy, cannot function Very easily addicting.. I had some left over from a root canal and decided to take it. In the beginning, it was fun.. After 2 weeks, I tried to stop and my skin was itching like crazy and i felt depressed to the point where I couldnt function. I got more illegally and then after a week I came to my senses and stopped. The withdraw is bad... again, itchy skin, dizzy.... bearable though. I am glad I stopped.. Please be careful with this. F 24 3 weeks
4/2/2006
 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. 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
 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  pain none great for pain relief F 30 2 years
9/16/2003
 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  my wisdom teeth were hurting badly slightly tired, odd bowel movements i really like the drug it helped with the pain although could be addictive F 19 5 days
7/17/2002
 3  to get high constipation, pruritis F 56 3 years
6/8/2002
 5  WRIST SURGERY M 50 3 months
5/11/2002
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