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Was prescribed hydrocodone acetaminophen 5-325mg. i read it can slow or stop breathing. i'm nervous. please any insight. thank you& have a great day?
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Possibly: Opioids, at sufficient dose or in combination with other medications, will cause respiratory depression. Oxycodone 5mg alone, without any other medications or alcohol in your system, is unlikely to do this.
Answered 11/24/2018
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