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Hydrocodone

Also known as: vicodin, hydro

A codeine-derived opioid generally unheard of outside the United States. Generally mild in effects, used as an analgesic and cough-supressant. Sometimes used recreationally.

Dosage

Oral

Common: 10-25mg
Light: 5-10mg
Strong: 25-40mg.

Duration

Onset: 10-60 minutes
Duration: 4-8 hours
After effects: 1-12 hours

Timeline

Onset
10-60 minutes
Peak
4-8 hours
After
1-12 hours
010.5h21h
Typical
Extended range

Effects

EuphoriaDry MouthMood liftItchinessRelaxantConstipationPupil constrictionAnalgesia

Avoid

Alcohol (Can cause dangerous respiratory depression, which may result in death) Grapefruit juice (Inhibits enzymes in your small intestine, increasing absorption rate to a possible dangerous amount)

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