Generic Vicodin 30mg / Pill

Generic Vicodin

A generic drug (generic drugs, short: generics) is a drug defined as “a drug product that is comparable to brand/reference listed drug product in dosage form, strength, route of administration, quality and performance characteristics, and intended use.” It has also been defined as a term referring to any drug marketed under its chemical name without advertising.

Although they may not be associated with a particular company, generic drugs are subject to the regulations of the governments of countries where they are dispensed. Generic drugs are labeled with the name of the manufacturer and the adopted name (nonproprietary name) of the drug.

A generic drug must contain the same active ingredients as the original formulation. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), generic drugs are identical or within an acceptable bioequivalent range to the brand-name counterpart with respect to pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties. By extension, therefore, generics are considered (by the FDA) identical in dose, strength, route of administration, safety, efficacy, and intended use^.

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The FDA’s use of the word “identical” is very much a legal interpretation, and is not literal. In most cases, generic products are available once the patent protections afforded to the original developer have expired. When generic products become available, the market competition often leads to substantially lower prices for both the original brand name product and the generic forms. The time it takes a generic drug to appear on the market varies.

Generic Vicodin refers to the non-branded version of the medication Vicodin. It is a combination drug that contains two active ingredients: hydrocodone and acetaminophen. Hydrocodone is an opioid pain reliever, while acetaminophen is a non-opioid analgesic and fever reducer. Generic Vicodin is commonly prescribed for the management of moderate to moderately severe pain. It works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain, reducing pain signals and providing relief. As a generic medication, it is often more affordable than its branded counterparts while providing the same therapeutic effect.

However, it is important to use Generic Vicodin under the supervision and guidance of a healthcare professional. Common side effects of Generic Vicodin may include drowsiness, constipation, nausea, and dizziness. It is also important to be aware of the potential for acetaminophen overdose, as it is present in the medication. Patients should be cautious about combining Generic Vicodin with other medications containing acetaminophen and follow the recommended daily dosage limits.