Pain after surgery and injuries can be brutal. To subside pain after surgery or even arthritis pain, doctors prescribe various medications. Hydrocodone is also one of the most prescribed drugs by doctors. Also used to suppress coughing. It is an opioid (a semi synthetic opioid).

What Is Hydrocodone?

Hydrocodone is a primary opioid formulated medication used for severe pain after surgeries and injuries. Often used to suppress coughs used in formulation of cough syrups. It works on pain receptors of the brain and the central nervous system.  Providing a sense of relief by changing the way the body feels and responds to pain.

What Are Hydrocodone Uses?

Hydrocodone is a versatile narcotics analgesic medicine (a chemical agent that suppresses pain ). It helps to suppress pain from surgeries and injuries even help to suppress cough. It’s often used as a pain relieving drug after dental surgeries. Helps in relaxing muscle pain. It is generally effects immediately and is often given with acetaminophen to enhance its analgesic effect.

Addiction risks:

Yes, Hydrocodone can be addictive. People may feel dependent. They may face withdrawal problems. Withdrawal problems may including

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Restlessness
• Agitation
• Aggressive behaviour

Management And Treatment Of Addiction:

There are rehabilitation sessions for the patients addicted to hydrocodone. Few medications to help recover from addiction are also prescribed by doctors. Peer support and counseling sessions give great support from emotional impact.

Side Effects Of Using Hydrocodone:

Yes, Hydrocodone has its own side effects. Some side effects may be for a short period such as

• Drowsiness
• Constipation
• Vomiting
• Problems in urination

Long Term Effects Are:

• Liver damage
• Kidney damage
• Cardiovascular problems
• Respiratory problems
• Withdrawal problem

Conclusion

Hydrocodone is not for permanent use. It’s a prescription based drug. It helps to suppress severe pain but can be fatal if used for a longer period of time. Overdose is a very major and crucial public problem. It needs the attention of the health care and government authorities to look and take actions for its misuse.