noun
- A prescription opioid medication used to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain and suppress cough.
Usage: medical/pharmaceutical term; often combined with acetaminophen or ibuprofen in pain relief medications; controlled substance in the United States
Examples
- The doctor prescribed hydrocodone to manage the patient's post-surgical pain.
- Hydrocodone is a Schedule II controlled substance due to its potential for abuse.
- Many cough syrups contain hydrocodone as an active ingredient.
- Patients taking hydrocodone should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
- The medication combines hydrocodone with acetaminophen for enhanced pain relief.
- Long-term use of hydrocodone can lead to physical dependence.