Hydrocodone and acetaminophen overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of a painkiller containing both the opioid medication, hydrocodone, and acetaminophen (Tylenol).

This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.

• Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
• Hydrocodone (narcotic)

Acetaminophen with hydrocodone is the main ingredient in many prescription painkillers, including:

• Anexsia
• Anolor DH
• Lortab
• Lorcet
• Norco
• Vicodin
• Zydone

Note: This list may not include all sources of hydrocodone and acetaminophen.

• Bluish skin (fingernails and lips)
• Cold and clammy skin
• Confusion
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Eyes with small (pinpoint) pupils
• Liver failure due to acetaminophen overdose
• Loss of consciousness
• Low blood pressure
• Respiratory arrest
• Seizures
• Shallow breathing
• Slow and labored breathing
• Spasms of the stomach or intestinal tract
• Sweating
• Tiredness
• Vomiting
• Weakness