Lortab Side Effects

Constipation, dizziness, and nausea are some of the common side effects that have been reported with Lortab. Side effects of the medication are minor in most cases, but some are potentially serious and may require immediate medical attention. Notify your healthcare provider if you experience severe drowsiness, anxiety, or difficulty passing urine.

 

An Introduction to Lortab Side Effects

As with any medicine, Lortab® (hydrocodone/APAP) can cause side effects. However, not everyone who takes the medication will experience side effects. Most people tolerate it quite well. If side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider.
 
(This article covers many, but not all, of the possible side effects with Lortab. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of Lortab side effects with you.)
 

Common Side Effects of Lortab

Common Lortab side effects include:
 
Many people consider themselves "allergic" to Lortab if they experience nausea and vomiting while taking it. However, this is a very common side effect and does not indicate a true allergy. In many cases, this side effect goes away as a person continues to use Lortab. Taking Lortab with food may also help reduce the risk of nausea and vomiting.
 

Serious Side Effects Seen With Lortab

Some side effects with Lortab, while occurring infrequently, are potentially serious and should be reported immediately to your healthcare provider. These include, but are not limited to:
 
  • Slow or irregular breathing
  • Slow heart rate (bradycardia)
  • The urge to take more Lortab than prescribed or for a non-medical purpose (see Lortab Abuse)
  • Confusion
  • Difficulty passing urine
  • Anxiety or fear
  • Severe constipation
  • Low blood pressure (hypotension)
  • Severe drowsiness
  • Signs of liver damage, such as:

 

    • Yellowing of the whites of the eyes or skin (jaundice)
    • Dark urine
    • Upper-right abdominal pain (stomach pain)

 

  • Signs of an allergic reaction, such as:

 

    • Unexplained rash
    • Itching
    • Hives
    • Swelling of the mouth or throat
    • Wheezing
    • Difficulty breathing.

 

(Lortab Side Effects Continued: Page 2)
Add this article to your Favorites     Email this article     Print
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;