Lortab 10-325 mg

Lortab 10-325 mg pill or G037 white pill is a pain relief medicine that is used to treat moderate to severe pain for example pain of a serious injury or any operation. It is made with a combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone and it helps your body to recover from pain.

Lortab 10-325 mg white pill is a subset of Lortab and it is an opioid medicine then it is possible to get side effects for some people and the side effects from it are:  any allergic reaction, increase body pain, Dizziness, vomiting, fever, headache, etc. These are the side effects of Lortab, If you face any side effects from this medicine then go to the doctor.

It is a prescription medicine so do not take it without the direction of the doctor or pharmacist. Tell your doctor if you ever faced any allergic reaction to it and avoid taking this medicine and make sure do not take it longer than prescribed and take the doses according to the doctor otherwise overdose can cause serious side effects.

How to use Lortab 10-325 mg medicine?

Be sure to read and discuss all the points regarding the medication with your doctor before starting the treatment. You can also refer to the Patient Information Leaflet (if provided). Take Lortab 10-325 mg pills simply by mouth without crushing, breaking, or dissolving it. You could take the pills with or without food. The timing and dosage need to be discussed with your doctor.

The dose should not be changed/adjusted without the pharmacist or doctor’s permission. In case you feel that the dose isn’t working for you, immediately inform your doctor.

What are the side effects of Lortab 10-325 mg or G037 white pill?

Generally, the side effects are faced at the beginning of the treatment when the body is unable to adjust to the medication. These side effects can be common as well as severe. If you notice the worsening of these effects, contact your paramedic immediately.

The common side effects are:

• Lightheadedness
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Constipation
• Vomiting
• Drowsiness

The serious/lethal side effects are:

• Sleep apnea
• Agitation
• Hallucinations
• Confusion
• Sudden weight loss
• Unusual tiredness
• Loss of appetite
• Seizure
• Fainting
• Difficulty in Breathing
• Rashes & Itching
• Swelling of throat and face

Note: The symptoms mentioned are not the only possible side effects. If you face any of these side effects or any sort of discomfort after starting the medicine, then contact your doctor immediately.

What are the withdrawal symptoms of the Lortab 10-325 mg pill?

The symptoms are most likely to occur if the dose is stopped suddenly. These symptoms are even worse if you are taking the pills for a longer duration of time.

The withdrawal symptoms can include:

• Restlessness
• Mood Swings
• Anxiety
• Suicidal Thoughts
• Trouble in Sleeping
• Watery Eyes
• Muscle Ache
• Runny Nose
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Sweating

What warnings & precautions need to be taken while using Lortab 10-325 mg?

• The medicine might not work effectively for a longer duration of time. This is likely to happen due to the body’s adjustment to the pills. Immediately inform your doctor if that is the case for you.
• Lortab 10-325 mg pills are likely to cause addiction if overused. Be careful with the amount of pills that you take.
• Take special precautions if you recently went through breathing problems, tumors, brain disorders, gallbladder disease, pancreatitis, kidney or lung surgery, and are on its medication.
• You might suffer from depression and suicidal thoughts. Be in contact with your family and close ones for moral support.
• Do not use alcohol to swallow the pills. It might increase dizziness and can lead to fatal accidents.
• We suggest talking to the doctor if you have diabetes or alcohol dependencies and you prefer a liquid dose of Lortab 10-325 mg.
• The kids taking these medicines are more vulnerable to shallow breathing. So we suggest parents make all the necessary arrangements if things turn towards worse.
• Older people are more likely to have side effects such as confusion, drowsiness, and dizziness. So it is better to avoid activities that require concentration and attentiveness such as driving, lifting weights, gyming, and such.
• If a pregnant lady is likely to consume this medication, we suggest using it if it is the only option left. The side effects might be shown in the fetus too.
• Any breastfeeding lady should definitely avoid the medication. Lortab 10-325 mg has a high risk of passing through the mother’s milk to the nursing infant. Rather discuss with your doctor for safer alternatives.
• If you are taking a lab test that involves monitoring the lipase levels, then be sure to inform your doctor or lab personnel regarding the usage of  Lortab 10-325 mg. The drug can interfere with your test results.

Does Lortab 10-325 mg react with other drugs?

There are some medicines that might react with the inactive ingredients of Lortab 10-325 mg pills. In order to prevent this scenario, discuss all your medications(prescription or non-prescription drugs, herbals, addictions, etc.) with your doctor before starting the pills.

Benzhydrocodone, Morphine, Hydromorphone, and Morphine are the most reactive opioids that can react with the medication to increase the risk of side effects. They can even worsen the already worsening side effects. Whereas other opioids such as Nalbuphine and  Pentazocine can reduce the breathing rate to a dangerously low level.

Other medicines such as Cough Relievers, Sleeping Pills, Muscle Relaxants, and  Antihistamines should be smartly timed with the dose of Lortab 10-325 mg to prevent any type of reaction.

These are some of the medicines that can also affect the withdrawal of these pills from our system. These medicines are:

• Azole Antifungals

• Macrolide Antibiotics

• Levoketoconazole

• Phenytoin

• Mifepristone

• Rifamycins

What will happen if I overdose on Lortab 10-325 mg?

Overdose is likely to occur when a person misses a dose and tends to take the missed dose with the next immediate dose. The effects of overdose could be fatal. We strongly suggest remaining intact with your schedule to avoid the chances of overdose. Also in case of overdose, contact your doctor immediately.

The symptoms of overdose can include:

• Vomiting

• Sweating

• Abdominal Pain

• Extreme Tiredness

• Reduction in the heartbeat

• Dark Urine

• Yellowing Eyes

What if I miss a dose of Lortab 10-325 mg?

If you somehow have missed the regular dose, then take it as soon as you remember. If the gap duration between the next dose and the missed dose is less than 1 hour 30 mins, then skip the missed dose. Continue with your next general dose.

How to Store Lortab 10-325 mg?

Read the storage information behind the pack of tablets to get clear instructions. Keep the pills in a moisture-free place away from humidity and at room temperature. This will allow the inactive components to remain so.

Do not throw the expired medicine or unused one in the garbage can or do not flush it. Rather call your nearest waste disposal company for the proper disposal of the tablets.