Lorcet Plus Information

• Lorcet

Lorcet is a pain-relief medication available by prescription only. This article from the eMedTV Web site describes Lorcet in more detail, including information on how the drug works, when and how to take it, and what side effects may occur.

• Lorcet Side Effects

Common side effects of Lorcet include nausea, dizziness, and vomiting. Besides common Lorcet side effects, this eMedTV page also lists potentially serious problems that require medical attention, such as severe drowsiness or difficulty urinating.

• Lorcet and Constipation

Constipation is a predictable, expected side effect of Lorcet. This portion of the eMedTV Web site offers a more in-depth look at Lorcet and constipation, and includes suggestions on how you can avoid this side effect while taking Lorcet.

• Lorcet Uses

Lorcet is used for treating moderate to moderately severe pain. This part of the eMedTV archives explains in more detail what the medication is used for, discusses the use of the drug in children, and lists possible off-label Lorcet uses.

• Lorcet Dosage

For Lorcet tablets, the recommended dose is one tablet every four to six hours as needed. This eMedTV resource also offers Lorcet dosage guidelines for the capsule form of the medicine and provides warnings and precautions for taking the medication.

• Lorcet Drug Interactions

Medicines that may cause Lorcet drug interactions include barbiturates, antihistamines, and other narcotics. This eMedTV segment includes a list of other drugs that may interact with Lorcet and explains the potential effects of these interactions.

• Lorcet Warnings and Precautions

Before using Lorcet, tell your doctor if you have liver, kidney, or lung disease. This eMedTV page lists other conditions to tell your doctor about before taking Lorcet. Warnings and precautions on who should not use this drug are also included here.

• Lorcet Overdose

Sweating, low blood pressure, and confusion are possible signs of a Lorcet overdose. This eMedTV page lists other overdose symptoms that may be caused by acetaminophen or hydrocodone and explains what treatments are available for a Lorcet overdose.

• Lorcet and Pregnancy

Based on information from studies on Lorcet and pregnancy, the drug may not be safe for pregnant women. As this eMedTV page explains, when hydrocodone (a component of Lorcet) was given to pregnant hamsters, it increased the risk of birth defects.

• Lorcet and Breastfeeding

At this time, it is not known whether Lorcet is safe for use in breastfeeding women. This eMedTV article provides more information on Lorcet and breastfeeding, and explains whether the two components of the drug pass through breast milk.

• Generic Lorcet

Lorcet is available in both brand-name and generic form. This segment from the eMedTV library lists the various strengths available for generic Lorcet products and explains why most pharmacies do not carry brand-name Lorcet.

• Lorcet Withdrawal

Potential symptoms of a Lorcet withdrawal include diarrhea, sweating, and agitation. This eMedTV Web page lists other possible withdrawal symptoms, explores why Lorcet withdrawals occur, and explains how to limit these symptoms.

• Lorcet Abuse

Stealing, lying, or other dishonest behaviors are possible signs of Lorcet addiction and abuse. This eMedTV segment explains the difference between Lorcet abuse and physical dependence, and lists other potential signs of addiction.