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Hydrocodone

Hydrocodone is an orally active analgesic and antitussive Schedule II narcotic which is marketed in multi-ingredient Schedule III products. The therapeutic dose of 5-10 mg is pharmacologically equivalent to 60 mg of oral morphine. Sales and production of this drug have increased significantly in recent years, as have diversion and illicit use. Trade names include Anexsia®, Hycodan®, Hycomine®, Lorcet®, Lortab®, Norco®, Tussionex®, Tylox®, and Vicodin®. These are available as tablets, capsules, and syrups.

In the UK listed as a Class A drug under the 1971 Misuse of Drugs Act.

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