What are the pros and cons of Norco (hydrocodone and acetaminophen)?
Norco contains two different pain medications and is more powerful than over-the-counter pain pills. As a result, it works well to control pain for short periods, such as pain control after a transplant or other surgery.
It is available as a low-cost generic version.
The combination of hydrocodone and acetaminophen is available in liquid form (brands like Lortab Elixir) for people who have trouble swallowing tablets.
Norco contains a controlled substance, hydrocodone. The federal government tracks Norco prescriptions to prevent misuse. This medication cannot be refilled at any pharmacy other than the one authorized on your prescription.
Long-term use of Norco can lead to tolerance and dependence.
This medication can cause a potentially life-threatening slowing of breathing, especially in combination with alcohol or other medications that affect breathing.
Norco can cause problems in newborn infants if used during pregnancy.
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