Is Diarrhea A Withdrawal Symptom Of Hydrocodone?

Posted on Tue, 21 Mar 2017

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Question : After taking 20-25 mg of hydrocodone every days for several years i have decided to give it up. It has been 7 days now. How long will physical symptoms such as digestive issues last and the anxiety? Is diarrhea a symptom of withdrawal?

Answered by Dr. Geeta Sundar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Effect will last 4-6 weeks.

Detailed Answer:
Hi welcome to Health care magic,
Good job leaving hydrocodone.
Withdrawal effect will last 4-6 weeks.
Yes Diarrhoea is also due to withdrawal.
If severe occasionally take a tablet of loperamide/immodium.
Regards

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