I've been taking Hydrocodone for my back pain for a few months now. 7.5/500 x 4 per day and I am afraid of the long term effects it will have on my liver/kidneys.

What would you recommend besides Hydrocodone?

BTW: I take a combo of Vioxx 50 mg and the Hydro each day to help with my h.d.

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L5-S1 herniated 2003
ESI round one May 2003
ESI round two June 2003

There is a medication called Narco. It’s hydrocodone but only has 350 mg of Tylenol. If you are concerned about liver damage, have your doctor run regular liver profiles. I was told your liver regenerates, but once damage is done..it’s too late. So, make sure you get regular blood work done. Good luck.

Hey There!!
I agree with Pippin about meds and having liver checked. But there are other medications that have less acetaminophin out there also. Check with you Dr.. Let him know your concerns.. Be careful of the Vioxx too, cause that can cause you stomach problems with long term use.. Almost any anti inflammatory can.
Well hope this helped you.
Take Care
Sonya

Yep. nOrco is great.

Hi Ask your Dr. about Oxyfast, It's oxycodone not hydrocodone, but it has no tylonal(sp?).My Dr. suggested it after finding my liver count a little high. It worked well for me. Good luck and take care,Lake

Hey all,

Whaley is correct about Oxyfast. There are a few Schedule 2 drugs like oxyfast and Oxy IR and MSIR and dilaudid and the such that have no tylenol in them at all. But I have found that if you have been taking the lortabs and the such, like schedule 3 preparations that Docs are a little reluctant to persribe these to you. Norco Is the only meds that has the least amount of APAP in it. Just tell your doctor your concerns and all and be as honest with he as possible. Please keep us informed as to your progress...

Matt