Hydrocodone
COMMON & BRAND NAMES
Vicodin; Lortab; Vicoprofen
EFFECTS CLASSIFICATION
Analgesic; Antitussive
CHEMICAL NAME
4,5a-Epoxy-3-methoxy-17-methylmorphinan-6-one
DESCRIPTION
Hydrocodone is an opiate agonist, analgesic and antitussive used in the treatment of mild to moderate pain. It is primarily available in combination with other analgesics such as acetaminophen, aspirin, or ibuprofen.
CAUTION
Many hydrocodone preparations contain analgesics such as acetaminophen, which can be toxic to the liver in high doses.
RELATED VAULTS #
EXPERIENCES #
Relaxation and Great Conversation, by Vicodin Viking
Why I'm Staying Away from Prescription Drugs, by Psychedelic-Cid
OFF-SITE RESOURCES
LAW #
DEA Moves to Tighten Control of Hydrocodone - Washington Post, Feb 18 2004