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Hydrocodone and Acetaminophen

Manuchehr Habibi, Peggy Y. Kim  1
In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan.
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Hydrocodone and Acetaminophen

Manuchehr Habibi et al.
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Hydrocodone is a potent analgesic commonly prescribed for moderate-to-severe pain management in postoperative settings, trauma patients, and individuals with cancer. When combined with acetaminophen, hydrocodone demonstrates increased efficacy without significantly altering the adverse effect profile, as evidenced by randomized studies. This combination is also frequently used as an antitussive agent.

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Disclosure: Manuchehr Habibi declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Peggy Kim declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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