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A 19-year-old male asked:
does hydrocodone- apap 5-325 tablet make yo constipated.
3 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered
Allergy and Immunology 29 years experience
Yes: The hydrocodone part in the medicine does.
4934 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. David Brouwer answered
Internal Medicine 30 years experience
Yes: Hydrocodone is an opiate medication, and all opiates can cause constipation. Try to hydrate well, eat high fiber foods, and use a stool softener.
4934 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. Neil Ellis answered
Anesthesiology 13 years experience
Yes: Constipation is a very common side effect of narcotics. Typically, adding an over the counter fiber supplement like metamucil will remedy the constipation.
4912 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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