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Hycodan (Hydrocodone Bitartrate / Homatropine Methylbromide) - Summary

 

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HYCODAN SUMMARY

ANTITUSSIVE

HYCODAN®
(Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Homatropine Methylbromide)
TABLETS AND SYRUP

CIII

Rx only

HYCODAN contains hydrocodone (dihydrocodeinone) bitartrate, a semisynthetic centrally-acting opioid antitussive. Homatropine methylbromide is included in a subtherapeutic amount to discourage deliberate overdosage.

HYCODAN (hydrocodone bitartrate and homatropine methylbromide) is indicated for the symptomatic relief of cough.

HYCODAN NEWS HIGHLIGHTS

Media Articles Related to Hycodan (Hydrocodone / Homatropine)

FDA Statement Following CHPA's Announcement On Nonprescription Over-The-Counter Cough And Cold Medicines In Children
Source: Health News from Medical News Today [2008.10.09]

Walgreens Informs Customers On New Children's Dosing Directions For Over-the-Counter Cough And Cold Products
Source: Respiratory / Asthma News From Medical News Today [2008.10.08]

New cough syrup labels to say 'not for use in kids under four' (AFP)
Source: Y! Health Cold & Flu News [2008.10.08]

Cough, Cold Drugs Not for Kids Under 4
Source: MedicineNet Aches, Pain, Fever Specialty [2008.10.08]

Pediatric OTC Cough and Cold Remedies Should be Shunned in Toddlers
Source: MedPage Today Pediatrics [2008.10.07]

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Published Studies Related to Hycodan (Hydrocodone / Homatropine)

Hydrocodone/acetaminophen and tramadol chlorhydrate combination tablets for the management of chronic cancer pain: a double-blind comparative trial. [2008.01]

Tramadol/acetaminophen or hydrocodone/acetaminophen for the treatment of ankle sprain: a randomized, placebo-controlled trial. [2007.04]

Tramadol/Acetaminophen or Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen for the Treatment of Ankle Sprain: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial. [2006.11.17]

A comparison of the abuse liability of tramadol, NSAIDs, and hydrocodone in patients with chronic pain. [2006.05]

Rofecoxib versus hydrocodone/acetaminophen for postoperative analgesia in functional endoscopic sinus surgery. [2006.04]

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Clinical Trials Related to Hycodan (Hydrocodone / Homatropine)

A CCRC Study: A Comparison of the Addiction Liability of Hydrocodone and Sustained Release Morphine [Active, not recruiting]

A Study Comparing VicodinŽ CR and NORCOŽ to Placebo in Subjects With Acute Pain Following Bunionectomy [Completed]

A Study Comparing the Analgesic Activity of Extended Release Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen (VicodinŽ CR) and Placebo in Subjects With Pain Following Bunionectomy Surgery [Completed]

A Study Comparing the Analgesic Efficacy and Safety of Extended Release Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen (VicodinŽ CR)and Placebo in Subjects With Osteoarthritis [Completed]

A Study of Extended-Release Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen (Vicodin CRŽ) in Subjects With Acute Pain Following Bunionectomy [Completed]

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Page last updated: 2008-10-09

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