HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE AND IBUPROFEN (Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Ibuprofen) Nursing Considerations

What is the generic name?

HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE AND IBUPROFEN

What is the Trade Name for HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE AND IBUPROFEN?

Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Ibuprofen

What are the Indications for HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE AND IBUPROFEN?

• INDICATIONS AND USAGE Hydrocodone bitartrate and ibuprofen tablets are indicated for the short-term management of acute pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and for which alternative treatments are inadequate. Limitations of Use Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of hydrocodone bitartrate and ibuprofen tablets and other treatment options before deciding to use hydrocodone bitartrate and ibuprofen tablets. Use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals (see WARNINGS: Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ulceration, and Perforation ) . Do not use hydrocodone bitartrate and ibuprofen tablets for the treatment of conditions such as osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. Because of the risks of addiction, abuse, and misuse with opioids, even at recommended doses (see WARNINGS: Addiction, Abuse, and Misuse ) , reserve hydrocodone bitartrate and ibuprofen tablets for use in patients for whom alternative treatment options (e.g., non-opioid analgesics): Have not been tolerated, or are not expected to be tolerated, Have not provided adequate analgesia, or are not expected to provide adequate analgesia

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