Vicodin is in a category of drugs known as narcotics. When taken as prescribed, there should not be any adverse or withdrawal effects once stopped. How long ago did you stop taking it? and how long did you take it for? Keep in mind that Vicodin is composed of acetaminophen (Tylenol), which can cause liver damage when taken for a long period of time and Hydrocodone-- which is an opioid.
One of the side effects of Vicodin are seizures-- and you mention uncontrollable shaking which could perhaps be a seizure but this is usually a side effect when you're ON the medication, not off.
Withdrawal effects, on the other hand, include:
body aches and pains
intestinal problems such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps
loss of appetite
nervousness, restlessness, or irritability
chills, shivering, or trembling
trouble sleeping
fast heartbeat
fevers
runny nose or eyes, and sneezing
gooseflesh
increased sweating
increased yawning
dilated (unusually large) pupils
depression
If you suspect that you may be having withdrawals, please contact your doctor ASAP as you may have to actually be weaned off the medication, instead of stopping it at once.
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Dear Anonymous,
Vicodin is in a category of drugs known as narcotics. When taken as prescribed, there should not be any adverse or withdrawal effects once stopped. How long ago did you stop taking it? and how long did you take it for? Keep in mind that Vicodin is composed of acetaminophen (Tylenol), which can cause liver damage when taken for a long period of time and Hydrocodone-- which is an opioid.
One of the side effects of Vicodin are seizures-- and you mention uncontrollable shaking which could perhaps be a seizure but this is usually a side effect when you're ON the medication, not off.
Withdrawal effects, on the other hand, include:
If you suspect that you may be having withdrawals, please contact your doctor ASAP as you may have to actually be weaned off the medication, instead of stopping it at once.
Best Wishes,
Rosa
September 9, 2012 - 12:32pmThis Comment
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