These comments are made for the purpose of discussion and should NOT be used as recommendations for or against therapies or other treatments. An individual patient is always advised to consult their own physician.
Hydrocodone
Question: After an appointment with a doctor I went and got some prescriptions filled. One was for “hydrocodone bitartrate” could you tell me what that is?
Answer: Hydrocodone is included in the class of opioid analgesics. These include morphine and heroin and are narcotics. These are extremely effective for pain control; but, produce all of the side effects of narcotics. These are nausea, constipation and difficulty mentating. Long term use can be addicting. I would get in the habit of inquiring of your physician about a drug prior to leaving his/her office. Remember, they work for you.
