What is Lortab?
Lortab contains a combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone. Hydrocodone is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Acetaminophen, also called Tylenol, is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone.
Lortab is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Lortab may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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Before taking Lortab
You should not use Lortab if you are allergic to acetaminophen (Tylenol) or hydrocodone, or if you have recently used alcohol, sedatives, tranquilizers, or other narcotic medications.
To make sure Lortab is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
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liver disease, cirrhosis, or if you drink more than 3 alcoholic beverages per day;
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a history of alcoholism or drug addiction;
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diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease, bowel obstruction, severe constipation;
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kidney disease;
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a history of head injury, brain tumor, or stroke;
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asthma, COPD, sleep apnea, or other breathing disorders; or
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if you use a sedative like Valium (diazepam, alprazolam, lorazepam, Ativan, Klonopin,
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Restoril, Tranxene, Versed, Xanax, and others).
Lortab side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Lortab: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Once if you have:
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a light-headed feeling, like you, might pass out;
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confusion, unusual thoughts or behavior;
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seizure (convulsions);
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easy bruising or bleeding;
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infertility missed menstrual periods;