Hydrocodone Watson 853

WATSON 853 is a prescription opioid combination medication with the following characteristics:
Medication: Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
Strength: Hydrocodone 10 mg + Acetaminophen 325 mg
Imprint: WATSON 853
Shape: Capsule-shaped/oblong
Color: White (older versions were also produced in yellow)
Manufacturer: Watson Laboratories (now part of Teva Pharmaceuticals)
Prescription status: Prescription only
Controlled substance: Schedule II in the U.S. because of its high potential for misuse and dependence.
Uses
It is prescribed to treat:
Moderate to moderately severe pain
Pain that has not responded adequately to non-opioid pain medications.
How it works
Hydrocodone is an opioid that changes how the brain and nervous system respond to pain.
Acetaminophen (paracetamol) enhances pain relief and reduces fever.
Onset and duration
Begins working in about 30–60 minutes
Peak effects: 1–2 hours
Pain relief generally lasts 4–6 hours
Common side effects
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Constipation
Nausea or vomiting
Dry mouth
Itching
Impaired concentration
Serious risks
Slowed or stopped breathing
Dependence and addiction
Overdose
Liver damage if too much acetaminophen is taken
Withdrawal symptoms if stopped abruptly after regular use
Important interactions
Do not combine it with:
Alcohol
Benzodiazepines (such as alprazolam)
Other opioids
Sleeping pills or other sedatives
These combinations can greatly increase the risk of dangerous respiratory depression.