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Hydrocodone
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.
Dr. Boris Aronzonreviewed this
Anesthesiology 26 years experience
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