Hydrocodone Side Effects
Like many prescription drugs, hydrocodone has side effects that’s associated with its use. We will discuss the various side effects that one might experience when you take Hydrocodone. Some are mild and some are extreme. It is important to know the risks of taking hydrocodone and also consult with your doctor thoroughly before you take it.
There is a wide array of side effects that is associated with taking Hydrocodone. The most common are listed below.
Less Serious Side Effects
In taking hydrocodone there is a possibility that you will experience some side effects that should not be too serious. If you experience some of these then you should consult your doctor, but also continue taking it with his prognosis.
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Decreased appetite
- Dizziness
- Tiredness or lightheadedness
- Muscle twitching
- Sweating
- Itching
- Low sex drive
- Low urination
More Serious Side Effects
Taking hydrocodone you might experience a wide array of side effects. However some are more serious than others. We discussed the most common ones, but now we will discuss the more serious side effects. If you should experience any of these symptoms then you should stop taking Hydrocodone and consult your doctor.
- Slow, weal breathing
- Seizures
- Cold, clammy skin
- Severe weakness of dizziness
- Unconsciousness
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes
- Unsual fatigue
- Bleeding
- Bruising of the skin
- Dependence on the drug
Hydrocodone is a prescription drug that one can become addicted to. You can become physically and psychologically dependent on the drug. It is recommended that you take the amount that is prescribed and follow the instructions carefully and properly. You may experience withdrawal effects if you take Hydrocodone for an extended period of time. If this is the case, the doctor may have to wean you off the drugs.