Hydrocodone is a powerful opioid pain medication. It works by binding to receptors in the brain that inhibit pain and cause euphoria.
Hydrocodone is used for treating moderate to severe pain caused by injuries like headaches, arthritis, and backaches. This medication also helps in reducing nausea and vomiting during surgery or after taking certain pills such as antibiotics. It can be used in people who experience chronic pain due to injuries other than injuries such as surgery or after taking certain pills such as antibiotics.