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What damage to the liver as a result of hydrocodone use?
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Liver damage: The liver problems come from the Acetaminophen (tylenol) in the hydro condone. . New recommendations are 3, 000mg per day of acetaminophen, down from 4, 000mg. The damage is real and can be non-reversible.
Answered 11/8/2014
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