| Common Uses: Moderate to severe pain relief and cough suppression. | |
| Common Combination: Hydrocodone + Acetaminophen (e.g., Norco). | |
| Dosage: Generally 1-2 tablets taken every 4-6 hours as needed, with maximum daily limits to avoid ac |
Hydrocodone tablets are potent prescription opioid analgesics used to treat severe, chronic pain when non-opioid options are inadequate. Often combined with acetaminophen (e.g., Vicodin® and Lortab®), they act on the central nervous system to relieve pain and suppress coughs. Due to risks of addiction, misuse, and severe respiratory depression, they are tightly controlled substances.