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Hydrocodone and acetaminophen overdose - Overview

Alternative Names

Lorcet overdose; Lortab overdose; Vicodin overdose

Definition of Hydrocodone and acetaminophen overdose:

Hydrocodone and acetaminophen overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of a painkiller containing both the opioid medication, hydrocodone, and acetaminophen (Tylenol).

This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.

Poisonous Ingredient:

Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
Hydrocodone (narcotic)

Where Found:

Acetaminophen with hydrocodone is the main ingredient in many prescription painkillers, including:

Anexsia
Anolor DH
Lortab
Lorcet
Norco
Vicodin
Zydone

Note: This list may not include all sources of hydrocodone and acetaminophen.

Reviewed last on: 2/6/2009
A.D.A.M. Editorial Team: David Zieve, MD, MHA, Greg Juhn, MTPW, David R. Eltz. Previously reviewed by Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (1/23/2008).

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