Compare Lodine vs. Acetaminophen with codeine

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Treats mild to moderate pain.

Acetaminophen with codeine (acetaminophen / codeine) is a good option to treat pain when over-the-counter medicines aren't enough, but don't take too much acetaminophen (Tylenol) since it can hurt your liver.

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3.7/ 5 average rating with 581 reviewsforAcetaminophen with codeine
Upsides
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  • Combination pain medicine with an opioid component (codeine) and non-opioid component (acetaminophen or Tylenol) that takes advantage of different modes of pain relief in a single pill.
  • Provides quick relief for mild to moderate pain.
  • Good for as-needed pain and control.
  • Generally well tolerated, especially if taken with food to lower risk of stomach upset.
  • Lower rates of misuse compared to pure opioid medicines.
Downsides
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  • Dizziness and drowsiness is common, but your body may adjust.
  • Many people get constipated taking Acetaminophen with codeine (acetaminophen / codeine).
  • All opioid containing medicines have the risk of addiction and withdrawal when used long-term.
  • Acetaminophen (Tylenol) has a high risk of liver failure and death if you take more than the maximum daily dose. Be very careful since many over-the-counter medicines also have acetaminophen.
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Used for
  • Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis Osteoarthritis Pain Rheumatoid arthritis
Dosage forms
  • Pill
  • Extended release
  • Pill
  • Liquid
Price
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581 reviews so far
69%
saidit'sworth it
41%
saiditworked well
9%
saidit'sa big hassle

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Side effects
The Lodine (Etodolac) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
The Acetaminophen with codeine (acetaminophen / codeine) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
Risks and risk factors
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  • Liver failure and death
    • Alcohol use
    • Taking over-the-counter medicines with acetaminophen
    • History of liver disease
  • High risk to children
  • Use with other CNS depressants
    • Use with alcohol
    • Use with benzodiazepines
    • Use with other opiates
  • Severe allergic reaction
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