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Generic Name: Homatropine/Hydrocodone Tablets (hoe-MA-troe-peen/HIGH-droe-KOE-dohn)
Brand Name: Examples include Hycodan and Tussigon

Homatropine/Hydrocodone is used for:

Temporary relief of cough. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Homatropine/Hydrocodone is an anticholinergic and narcotic cough suppressant combination. The anticholinergic works by drying up secretions and the narcotic depresses the cough reflex in the brain.

Do NOT use Homatropine/Hydrocodone if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Homatropine/Hydrocodone or any morphine-related medicine (eg, codeine, oxycodone)
• you have diarrhea due to food poisoning or pseudomembranous colitis
• you are taking sodium oxybate (GHB)

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Homatropine/Hydrocodone :

Some medical conditions may interact with Homatropine/Hydrocodone . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine (including any cough-and-cold products or medicines that cause drowsiness), herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) or other heart problems (eg, congestive heart failure)
• if you have high blood pressure, thyroid problems, stomach problems (eg, surgery, severe inflammatory bowel disease, chronic constipation, obstruction), or liver disease
• if you use alcohol or are dependent on drugs
• if you have lung disease (eg, asthma, history of severe breathing problems), a seizure disorder, serious head injury or brain disease, psychiatric problems (eg, suicidal thoughts), glaucoma, or sleep apnea

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Homatropine/Hydrocodone . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Barbiturate anesthetics (eg, thiopental), cimetidine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) (eg, phenelzine), narcotic pain medicines (eg, codeine), and sodium oxybate (GHB) because they may increase the risk of Homatropine/Hydrocodone 's side effects
• Naltrexone because it may decrease Homatropine/Hydrocodone 's effectiveness

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Homatropine/Hydrocodone may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Homatropine/Hydrocodone :

Use Homatropine/Hydrocodone as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Homatropine/Hydrocodone by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
• If you miss a dose of Homatropine/Hydrocodone and you are taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Homatropine/Hydrocodone .

Important safety information:

• Homatropine/Hydrocodone may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Homatropine/Hydrocodone with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
• If your symptoms do not get better within 7 days or if you develop a high fever or persistent headache, check with your doctor.
• Homatropine/Hydrocodone may interfere with certain lab tests. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know you are taking Homatropine/Hydrocodone .
• Use Homatropine/Hydrocodone with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
• Homatropine/Hydrocodone should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 6 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: It is not known if Homatropine/Hydrocodone can cause harm to the fetus. If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Homatropine/Hydrocodone while you are pregnant. It is not known if Homatropine/Hydrocodone is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Homatropine/Hydrocodone .

Some people who use Homatropine/Hydrocodone for a long time may develop a need to continue taking it. People who take high doses are also at risk. This is known as DEPENDENCE or addiction. If you stop taking Homatropine/Hydrocodone suddenly, you may have WITHDRAWAL symptoms. These may include feeling unwell or unhappy, anxious or irritable, dizzy, confused, or agitated. You may also have nausea, unusual skin sensations, mood swings, headache, trouble sleeping, or sweating. If you need to stop Homatropine/Hydrocodone , your doctor will lower your dose over time.

Possible side effects of Homatropine/Hydrocodone :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Blurred vision; constipation; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth, throat, or nose; excitement; nausea; stomach upset; thickening or mucus in nose or throat.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); difficulty urinating; flushing; rapid or pounding heartbeat; redness of face; severe drowsiness or dizziness.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include agitation; coma; confusion; deep sleep or loss of consciousness; difficulty breathing; diminished mental alertness; hallucinations; hot or cold skin; large and unchanging pupils; sedation; seizures; shaking; sleeplessness; slow heartbeat; slowed breathing.

Proper storage of Homatropine/Hydrocodone :

Store Homatropine/Hydrocodone at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Homatropine/Hydrocodone out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Homatropine/Hydrocodone , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Homatropine/Hydrocodone is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Homatropine/Hydrocodone . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.