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Please describe the medication: hydrocodone?
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Narcotic: Hydrocodone or dihydrocodeinone is a semi-synthetic opioid derived from two naturally occurring opiates: Codeine or thebaine. It is an orally active narcotic analgesic and antitussive. It is available in tablet, capsule, and syrup form. It is used to treat moderate to severe pain or as an antitussive to treat cough. Hydrocodone affects pain by binding to opioid receptors.
Answered 12/5/2015
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Narcotic: Narotic medicine used in pain control.
Answered 12/21/2012
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Synthetic opioid: Mixed with acetaminophen. Also known as vicodin. Oral medication.
Answered 1/9/2013
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