Patient was educated on contraindications for using Norco as follows:
- Norco must be avoided in individuals allergic to Acetaminophen and Hydrocodone.
- Norco slows down the bowel movements heavily and leads to constipation. Norco must be avoided or used with extreme caution in chronically constipated patients, as they are at increased risk for episodes of ileus and intestinal obstruction with Norco.
- Norco produces and intense feeling of drowsiness and dizziness, as a side effect to modifying the pain perception of brain. Patients can also experience hallucinations and mood changes due to Norco use. Norco must be avoided or used with extreme caution in individuals taking antidepressants and other psychotropic medications that have the potential to induce hallucinations and mood changes.
- Norco is metabolized by the liver and Norco intake can lead to hepatic injury. Individuals with history of compromised liver function cannot metabolize Norco and this can lead to increased blood levels of Norco for longer duration, leading to toxicity. Norco should be avoided or used with extreme caution in such individuals.
- Norco is mainly excreted in the urine. Individuals with compromised renal functions tend to retain the drug in the circulation longer, thus resulting in toxicity. Norco should be avoided or used with extreme caution in such individuals.
