Actual Vicodin Formulations (Now Discontinued)
| Strength | Hydrocodone | APAP | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vicodin ES | 7.5mg | 300mg | Discontinued |
| Vicodin HP | 10mg | 300mg | Discontinued |
| Vicodin 5/300 | 5mg | 300mg | Discontinued |
Current FDA Limit: All opioid/APAP combos ≤325mg APAP per unit
Why This Dosage is Impossible
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Hydrocodone 75mg Would:
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Cause fatal respiratory depression in most patients
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Exceed single-dose limits by 7.5x
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APAP 750mg Would:
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Require only 4 tablets to reach 3,000mg daily max
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Eliminate safety margin for other APAP products
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If You Encounter “Vicodin 75/750mg”
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DO NOT CONSUME – Likely counterfeit
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Report to FDA MedWatch
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Seek Medical Help Immediately if already taken
Legitimate High-Potency Alternatives
For severe pain requiring high-dose opioids:
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Pure Hydrocodone: Hysingla ER (10-120mg)
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APAP-Separate Dosing:
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Hydrocodone 10mg tabs + APAP 325mg tabs
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Allows precise APAP control
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Emergency Overdose Signs
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Opioid: Pinpoint pupils, unresponsiveness
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APAP: Nausea → Jaundice (hours later)
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Action: Call 911 + administer naloxone
Need legitimate pain management?
Consult a physician for:
✓ FDA-approved opioids
✓ Multimodal therapies
✓ Personalized risk assessment
