Vicodin side effects?

Question

Ok so I am going to have my wisdom teeth extracted tomorrow (4 of them). My sister got it done last week and they gave her vicodin for the pain, which made her throw up. Now I am incredibly terrified of throwing up so I was wondering how often people get sick from it and if there is anything I can take instead that has a low chance of nausea/vomiting. Thanks :)

Answer 1

Vicodin has different effects in different people. It made my sister throw up, but I can handle it just fine.

You or your parent should ask for an additional prescription for another painkiller, due to your sister's reaction. They would probably give you codeine. As long as you take vicodin with food, you should feel ok.

Answer 2

Side effects for Vicodin include an allergic reaction, seizures, clammy skin, severe weakness, dizziness, hyperventilation, unconsciousness, jaundice (yellowing of eyes or skin), unusual fatigue, bleeding, bruising, stomach pain, constipation, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, muscle twitches, sweating, hot flashes, itching, tinnitus, hearing loss, decreased urination, and decreased s*x drive.  Vicodin (in terms of hydrocodone) also has depressant effects on the central nervous system. However, some of the less mundane effects can be desirable effects that are sought after by some. Those effects include euphoria and drowsiness, as well as slowing of the pulse. Vicodin may also be a cause of stomach ulcers, although this is assumed to be due to the addition of other non-narcotic analgesics to hydrocodone preparations (e.g., aspirin, and ibuprofen).

You could take some Tylenol, Aleve or Advil, up to 1000 mg per dose.  

Answer 3

Nausea is one of the most common side effects of Vicodin (others are lightheadedness, dizziness, and sedation).

Tell your surgeon about your sister's reaction and ask him if there is something as effective with less a chance of nausea.

It is also important to note that dizziness and lightheadedness add to nausea and even the manufacturer link below says a good way of fighting the side effects is to lay down.