Hydrocodone-Homatropine (Hycodan) Tips from Pharmacists

• Taking hydrocodone-homatropine carries serious risks. Use this medication exactly as prescribed. Do not take larger or more frequent doses than recommended by your doctor. Tell your doctor if your cough does not improve after 5 days of treatment with this medication. Talk to your provider about safer alternative treatments for cough. Doctors typically prescribe hydrocodone-homatropine for cough as a last resort.

• If you are taking Hycodan syrup, use a dose-measuring cup or syringe to measure the dose accurately. Do not use a regular household spoon as this can result in wrong dosing.

• Store hydrocodone-homatropine safely out of reach of children. This medication can be fatal if ingested accidentally by a young child.

• Avoid drinking alcohol while on this cough medication. Alcohol can make the CNS depression effects worse.

• Do not stop taking hydrocodone-homatropine suddenly after taking it for a period of time. This can cause uncomfortable and potentially dangerous withdrawal symptoms.