Question 1

need expert help here. what are symptoms withdrawls of vicodins?

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal: Early symptoms : first 24 hours :
muscle aches
restlessness
anxiety
lacrimation (eyes tearing up)
runny nose
excessive sweating
inability to sleep
yawning very often
later symptoms :
diarrhea
abdominal cramping
goose bumps on the skin
nausea and vomiting
dilated pupils.

Question 2

why is vicodin so bad?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Your question is somewhat vague. All medications when appropriately prescribed for its indication and taken as directed by a physician should not be a problem. Vicodin is hydrocodone and Acetaminophen and is indicated for moderate to severe pain. The issue is the misuse/abuse  of the medication. It has the potential for physical dependence, cause respiratory depression when taken in excess & death.

Question 3

what is the lowest dose of vicodin?

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2.5/325 : The lowest manufactured dose in the us is 2.5 milligrams of hydrocodone + 325 mg of milligrams (acetaminophen).

Question 4

i am trying to get a script for my vicodin.  ?

Accepted Answer

Vicodin: Hydrocodone is an opiate that is commonly used for short term acute pain such as minor injury, minor surgery etc. Its use on a long term basis is not recommended and leads to habituation at best and addiction at worst. Please see a pain specialist for proper evaluation and non-opiate treatment options. Good luck.

Question 5

what should i do regarding my husbands vicodin?

Accepted Answer

Husbands vicodin: I assume you mean his unused pills. Discard of them - the safest way is to drop them off at the police station rather than down the toilet.

Question 6

vicodin side effects?

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Multiple: There are many possible side effects including itching, sleepiness, constipation, dizziness, confusion and urinary retention.

Question 7

symptoms of vicodin abuse?

Accepted Answer

Addiction: Addiction alters one's ability to think clearly, make good choices and use sound judgement.  It affects lives negatively usually in the form of time spent obsessing over obtaining the drug, and using the drug.  As a result, relationships start suffering due to lack of nurturing and the person may even start missing work.  The addict can no longer feel normal without the substance they are abusing.

Question 8

can vicodin help with anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Agree w Dr. : Ibrahim. Vicodin is not an anxiolytic medication. However, if severe  pain is triggering anxiety- it may help indirectly by decreasing pain level.

Question 9

can i take vicodin for pleurisy?

Accepted Answer

Vicodin: Yes, you may take vicodin for pleursy without a problem.

Question 10

can i take vicodin before surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes, But.: But still check with your doctor. Also, if you do, take with a very small sip of water. Some doctors don't want you to take anything that can cause you to vomit/aspirate which can be very problematic.

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