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This article states that around 99% of hydrocodone use occurs in the U.S., showing that the the problem is almost entirely at home.

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Hydrocodone Effects | Short Term, Long Term & Side Effects

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Hydrocodone is a prescription medication sold under multiple brand names, such as: The aforementioned trade names are combinations of hydrocodone and acetaminophen. Other trade formulations also exist that are hydrocodone in combination with other analgesic or anti-inflammatory medication, such as ibuprofen. Doctors prescribe this opioid drug for its pain relief and cough suppressant qualities.

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A Michigan doctor recently was charged with prescribing the opioid hydrocodone, effecting an unknown amount of patients with potential addiction

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Michigan Doctor Pleads Guilty To Unlawfully Selling Prescription Drug Controlled Substances

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A doctor who has practiced in Troy, Detroit and elsewhere in Southeast Michigan, pleaded guilty today to one count of unlawfully distributing the prescription drugs hydrocodone and valium, announced United States Attorney Matthew Schneider.

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Buprenorphine and methadone are common medicines used to treat addiction for many opioids, however counseling should also be paired with any medication taken.

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Within 5 days, a user can begin to develop a chronic addiction to hydrocodone, although it does not fully occur for a long period of time.

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Hydrocodone Addiction and Abuse - Addiction Center

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Known by brand names Vicodin, Norco and Lortab, hydrocodone is a powerful painkiller with a high potential for abuse and addiction.

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https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2006/088058s027lbl.pdf
https://www.addictioncenter.com/opiates/hydrocodone-addiction/
https://www.justice.gov/usao-edmi/pr/michigan-doctor-pleads-guilty-unlawfully-selling-prescription-drug-controlled

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In 2016, over 2.6 million hydrocodone prescriptions were written for ages 12 and over

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Hydrocodone: America's Most Popular Narcotic - Arrow Passage Recovery Center

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Hydrocodone: what it is, how people use and abuse it, and what treatment options are available. Arrow Passage Recovery for drug and alcohol rehab and detox.

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Hydrocodone is used for pain relief and it is also used as a cough suppressant. It will target your nervous system and prevent pain, however it can cause headaches, nausea, and drowsiness.

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Hydrocodone is made of colloidal silicon dioxide, starch, croscarmellose sodium, dibasic calcium phosphate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, and stearic acid.

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My computer did not allow me to use my audio, however my opinion on not only hydrocodone but opioids in general is that they are EXTREMELY overused. I have been prescribed opioids 6 times and am under the age of 18. Although all times were gleefully appreciated considering they were given after surgery, it does not seem reasonable to be handing out such strong drugs to a young child.