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Can A High Dosage Of Hydrocodone Be Taken For Severe Pain After A Breast Reduction Surgery?

my wife had breast reduction surgery two days ago and was prescribed hydrocodone 7.5-350 ,1 tablet every 4 hours. she is still in alot of pain and was wanting to know if we could increase the doseage and if so how much. she is 60 yrs old and weighs 120 ibs.
Thu, 6 Sep 2018
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* As per the narration and my clinical experience co relation, hydrocodone can be safely taken after breast reduction surgery



* The currently prescribed dose is the limit and exceeding the same may result in respiratory depression or other problems.



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Can A High Dosage Of Hydrocodone Be Taken For Severe Pain After A Breast Reduction Surgery?

Hi, * As per the narration and my clinical experience co relation, hydrocodone can be safely taken after breast reduction surgery * The currently prescribed dose is the limit and exceeding the same may result in respiratory depression or other problems. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.