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Acetaminophen 200 mg/Hydrocodone Bitartrate 5 mg Oral Capsules are a solid dosage form, consisting of two gelatin or vegetarian shells that encase the medication. This design ensures easy swallowing and delivers an accurate dosage of the active ingredients. These capsules are primarily used in the management of various pain conditions including Acute Pain, Chronic Pain, Postoperative Pain, Osteoarthritis, and Back Pain.
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Acetaminophen 200 mg/Hydrocodone Bitartrate 5 mg Oral Capsules are a potent analgesic formulation designed to provide relief from various types of pain. This formulation is a combination of two active ingredients: Acetaminophen, a non-opioid analgesic and antipyretic, and Hydrocodone Bitartrate, a semi-synthetic opioid analgesic. The medication is enclosed in two gelatin or vegetarian shells, providing a precise dosage and allowing for easy swallowing.
Acetaminophen works by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins, substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation. Hydrocodone, on the other hand, works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, blocking pain signals and thus providing relief. The combination of these two ingredients provides a synergistic effect.
This formulation is commonly used to treat various types of pain, including acute pain, chronic pain, postoperative pain, osteoarthritis, and back pain. Acute pain is a sudden onset of pain, often resulting from an injury or illness. Chronic pain is long-term pain that persists for months or even years. Postoperative pain is pain that occurs after surgical procedures. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that causes pain and stiffness in the joints. Back pain can be caused by a variety of conditions, including muscle or ligament strain, bulging or ruptured disks, arthritis, skeletal irregularities, or osteoporosis.
It's important to note that while this formulation can provide significant pain relief, it also carries a risk of side effects and dependency. Common side effects include dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, and constipation. More serious side effects can include slow or shallow breathing, severe drowsiness, or a slow heartbeat. Long-term use can lead to physical dependence and withdrawal symptoms when the medication is stopped. Therefore, it's crucial to use this medication under the supervision of a healthcare provider and to follow the prescribed dosage instructions carefully.
If you have any questions about this formulation, its uses, or its potential side effects, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Our team of knowledgeable compounding pharmacists at Bayview Pharmacy is always here to help.
Acetaminophen 200 mg/Hydrocodone Bitartrate 5 mg Oral Capsules are a combination medication used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Acetaminophen is a non-opioid pain reliever that works by increasing the pain threshold, while hydrocodone is an opioid pain reliever that works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. This medication is commonly used to treat conditions such as acute pain, chronic pain, postoperative pain, osteoarthritis, and back pain.
Certain medications may interact with Acetaminophen/Hydrocodone, affecting how it works or increasing the risk for serious side effects. Not all possible interactions are listed here, so it's important to inform your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use.
Some drugs that may interact with this medication include: certain pain medications (mixed opioid agonist-antagonists such as pentazocine, nalbuphine, butorphanol), naltrexone, certain medications used to treat depression, psychiatric disorders, or Parkinson's disease (such as MAO inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants, and antipsychotics), and certain medications used to treat seizures (such as carbamazepine, phenytoin).
Other medications can affect the removal of hydrocodone/acetaminophen from your body, which may affect how this medication works. Examples include azole antifungals (such as ketoconazole), macrolide antibiotics (such as erythromycin), HIV medications (such as ritonavir), rifamycins (such as rifabutin, rifampin), certain drugs used to treat seizures (such as carbamazepine, phenytoin), among others.
Also, the use of alcohol or other drugs that can cause drowsiness or breathing problems may increase these risks. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
It's important to note that this medication may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including amylase/lipase levels), possibly causing false test results. Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use this drug.
Remember, this is not a complete list of possible drug interactions. Always consult with your healthcare provider to determine if any of your medications may interact with Acetaminophen/Hydrocodone. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at Bayview Pharmacy. We're here to help.
Acetaminophen 200 mg/Hydrocodone Bitartrate 5 mg Oral Capsules are a combination medication used to alleviate moderate to severe pain.
Acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol, is a non-opioid analgesic and antipyretic. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins in the central nervous system and peripherally blocking pain impulse generation. The precise mechanism of action is not completely understood, but it is believed to elevate the pain threshold, thereby making the body less aware of the pain.
Hydrocodone Bitartrate, on the other hand, is a semi-synthetic opioid derived from codeine. It works by binding to the mu-opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, blocking pain signals and thus altering the perception and emotional response to pain. It also suppresses the cough reflex by direct action on the cough center in the medulla.
The combination of these two active ingredients in a single capsule allows for a synergistic effect. The solid dosage form composed of two gelatin or vegetarian shells encloses the medication, allowing for convenient and easy swallowing, and providing a precise dosage of the active ingredients.
Acute and chronic pain can be caused by a variety of conditions, and this medication can help to alleviate the discomfort associated with these conditions. Postoperative pain is common after surgery, and this medication can help to manage this pain effectively. Osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease, often causes pain and discomfort, and this medication can help to alleviate these symptoms. Back pain, whether acute or chronic, can also be effectively managed with this medication.
It's important to note that while this medication can provide significant pain relief, it also has the potential for abuse and dependence due to the opioid component. Therefore, it should be used under the supervision of a healthcare provider and only as prescribed. Side effects can include drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, and nausea. If these side effects persist or worsen, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
If you have any questions about this formulation or its use in treating various disease states, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at Bayview Pharmacy. Our knowledgeable team of compounding pharmacists is always here to help.
These are solid dosage forms that contains a precise dose of Acetaminophen and Hydrocodone Bitartrate for pain relief. The medication is enclosed within two shells, typically made out of gelatin or vegetarian alternatives, for easy and convenient swallowing.
Acetaminophen is a non-opioid pain reliever, while Hydrocodone Bitartrate is an opioid pain reliever. When combined, these chemicals work in synergy to alleviate moderate to severe pain in the body.
You should swallow these capsules whole with water. Do not chew, crush or dissolve the capsule as this can result in rapid release and absorption of a potentially fatal dose of medication.
The shell of the capsule is made of either gelatin or a vegetarian alternative and serves to encase the precise dosage of the medication. It facilitates easy and convenient swallowing of the medication.
Yes, these capsules can be suitable for vegetarians provided the shell is made from a vegetarian alternative to gelatin. Please check the capsule's packaging or consult your pharmacist to confirm.
Each capsule contains 200 mg of Acetaminophen and 5 mg of Hydrocodone Bitartrate.
If you miss a dose, you should take it as soon as you remember unless it’s close to the time for your next dose. In this case, you should omit the missed dose and carry on with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, constipation, dizziness, or drowsiness. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor or pharmacist right away.
This medication should only be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding if the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the baby. Always consult your healthcare provider before taking any medication during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Consuming alcohol while taking Acetaminophen/Hydrocodone Bitartrate capsules can increase your risk of liver damage or may cause adverse side effects. It is recommended to avoid alcohol entirely or limit your alcohol consumption while using this medication.
This formulation is compounded by Bayview Pharmacy on a prescriber's order for an individual patient. It is not an FDA-approved drug product, and the FDA has not evaluated it for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality.
A valid prescription is required. Availability depends on Bayview's licensure in your state. This page is general information, not medical advice. Discuss your situation with a licensed healthcare provider.
This preparation is a controlled substance. Additional prescribing, refill, and shipping restrictions apply, and the states Bayview can dispense it to are narrower than for non-controlled preparations.
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Compounded preparations have no NDC, so this formula will not appear in your EHR's drug search. Use your system's compound, non-formulary, or free-text prescription entry and name the preparation exactly as written in step 3. If your EHR forces you to pick a listed drug, pick the closest entry for the active ingredient and put the full formula in the prescription body (the Sig or directions field), not in Notes to Pharmacy.
Compounded preparations have no NDC and will not appear in your drug search. For EPCS to validate, select a drug entry your EHR recognizes as controlled, usually the bulk powder entry for the active ingredient (for example Ketamine (bulk) powder, not a branded product), then put the full formula from step 3 in the prescription body. A free-text entry that does not validate as controlled will be rejected by your EPCS module.
Quantity and directions are starting points for this dose form, not treatment recommendations. Dosing remains the prescriber's responsibility.
Transmit from your EHR. For this non-controlled preparation we also accept fax to (401) 284-4506 and phoned orders at (401) 284-4505. Order forms are on the formulation pages and in the prescriber portal.
Transmit with two-factor authentication through your EPCS-enabled EHR. No order form is offered for this preparation; e-prescribing guides for our controlled preparations are on the formulation pages.
Licensed to dispense in RI, MA, CT, NJ, NH, FL, ME, and PA; New York is served on a limited basis while nonresident registration is pending. Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved. A valid prescription is required. Full guide, including steps by EHR: How to e-prescribe to Bayview. Questions about this formula: call (401) 284-4505.
Take 1 capsule by mouth
