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Is It Dangerous To Take Hydroco/apap One At Bedtime For Neck Spurs And Lower Back Pain?

i have been in agony from neck pain radiating from neck down shoulder to elbow. Dx neck spurs and lower back pain. I have an old hydrocod/apap 7.5/750 mg (3/3/03 date). I know it is not recommended, but is there a danger in taking one at bedrime tonight. Last night only got 2 1/2 hours sleep. thank you
Wed, 29 Jan 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hi,

I have read your query.

This hydroco/apap can cause shallow breathing, slow heartbeat,
confusion, seizure (convulsions);damage your liver so please avoid it . You can take tramadol in place of it but always by discussing it with your doctor.

Never take any medicine without discussing it with your doctor.

I hope you have get your answer.

Thanks.

Dr.Singh.

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Is It Dangerous To Take Hydroco/apap One At Bedtime For Neck Spurs And Lower Back Pain?

Hi, I have read your query. This hydroco/apap can cause shallow breathing, slow heartbeat, confusion, seizure (convulsions);damage your liver so please avoid it . You can take tramadol in place of it but always by discussing it with your doctor. Never take any medicine without discussing it with your doctor. I hope you have get your answer. Thanks. Dr.Singh.