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Bancap

Generic Name:hydrocodone with acetaminophen

Other Brand Names: Anexsia 5/500, Anodynos DHC, Co-Gesic, Dolacet, Duradyne DHC, Hydrocet, Lortab, Norcet, T-Gesic, Vicodin, Zydone

Revised:4/1/2000

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Overview

Side Effects and Interactions

Taking the Medicine

Special Precautions

Taking the Medicine

Some people react to hydrocodone with nausea or vomiting.

Taking it with food may reduce stomach upset.

Nausea, dizziness and other common reactions may be less troublesome if you lie down for awhile.

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