October 13, 2006 - 8:24pm
what is this pill.........was told it was Lortab, do they come in mint green color?
October 14, 2006 - 1:45am
#2
In the interest of being
In the interest of being precise,
This is Hydrocodone, but it is not a Lortab (or a Lortab generic)
Watson 503 is a generic Lorcet. Containing Hydrocodone 10mg Acetaminophen 650mg
October 14, 2006 - 2:36pm
#3
not the same
Isn't Hydrocodone and apap 10/650 the same as Lortab or Lorcet, I know they are brand names but what is the difference? It also says this pill is ligth blue and mine is mint green.....does that mean mine is a fake? still concerned,
October 14, 2006 - 2:47pm
#4
primarly the difference
primarly the difference between the different brands is the ammount of apap.
all thoughts and opinions expressed are those of my own and should not be mistaken for medical advice. i am not a doctor nor a pharmacist. all medical questions should be answered by a licensed pharmacist, doctor, or primary care manager.
October 17, 2006 - 6:04am
#5
tzer
Per Watson site:
HYDROCODONE/APAP TABLETS 10/650 500s CIII
NDC: 00591-0503-05
*Compare to: Lorcet 10/650®, a registered trademark of Forest Pharmaceuticals
Color/Shape: Lt Green: Capsule Shaped: Bisected
Inscription: Watson 503
Orange Book Rating: AA
July 24, 2008 - 2:24pm
#6
For those reading now
<<Isn't Hydrocodone and apap 10/650 the same as Lortab or Lorcet, I know they are brand names but what is the difference? >>
Hi tser33,
As you've no doubt leardned over the years, thre are many formulations of hydrocodone. The 10/ is the amount of hydrocodone, the /650 is the amount of ACETAMINOPHEN. For the benefit of those who are stumbling upon this thread now, a little explanation. The ACETAMINOPHEN for long term use should be lower since it can potentially harm the liver.
All will help with most moderate to moderately severe pain though some formulations work better for some patients. Together the hydrocodone and ACETAMINOPHEN potentiate the pain relief though from what I've read no one is sure why.
The lime green color is correct for Watson brand. Other generics may be coloured differently.
Is what you have a "fake"? Where did you get it? Likely it's the real deal if it helps kill the pain
Hydrocodone/ACETAMINOPHEN come in a variety of combinations from the popular Norco 10/325 to the lesser known Zydone 10/400 to Vicodin combos from 7.5/750, 5/500 and on and on.
There is also Vicoprofen, usually 7.5/200 where the 2nd # is ibuprofen. Good for those with compromised livers and effective in general, I find. Now Ibuprofen is procesed by the kidneys.
As long as you don't abuse and don't have already compromised organs you should be ok foor short-term use. Though I'm no Docotor! Talk to your Doctor! I was prescribed Lorcet today and it is Watson marked as you noted. I hope you are well by now.
This layperson's advice is just a guideline for anyone reading now.
Excuse the poor typing. I' having mutilple problems now myself.
Good luck all
July 24, 2008 - 2:25pm
#7
For those reading now
<<Isn't Hydrocodone and apap 10/650 the same as Lortab or Lorcet, I know they are brand names but what is the difference? >>
Hi tser33,
As you've no doubt leardned over the years, thre are many formulations of hydrocodone. The 10/ is the amount of hydrocodone, the /650 is the amount of ACETAMINOPHEN. For the benefit of those who are stumbling upon this thread now, a little explanation. The ACETAMINOPHEN for long term use should be lower since it can potentially harm the liver.
All will help with most moderate to moderately severe pain though some formulations work better for some patients. Together the hydrocodone and ACETAMINOPHEN potentiate the pain relief though from what I've read no one is sure why.
The lime green color is correct for Watson brand. Other generics may be coloured differently.
Is what you have a "fake"? Where did you get it? Likely it's the real deal if it helps kill the pain
Hydrocodone/ACETAMINOPHEN come in a variety of combinations from the popular Norco 10/325 to the lesser known Zydone 10/400 to Vicodin combos from 7.5/750, 5/500 and on and on.
There is also Vicoprofen, usually 7.5/200 where the 2nd # is ibuprofen. Good for those with compromised livers and effective in general, I find. Now Ibuprofen is procesed by the kidneys.
As long as you don't abuse and don't have already compromised organs you should be ok foor short-term use. Though I'm no Docotor! Talk to your Doctor! I was prescribed Lorcet today and it is Watson marked as you noted. I hope you are well by now.
This layperson's advice is just a guideline for anyone reading now.
Excuse the poor typing. I' having mutilple problems now myself.
Good luck all
July 27, 2008 - 11:06am
#8
503
NO YOUR WATSON 503 IS TOTALLY REAL JUST AS THEY ALL SAID. I USED TO GET THEM ALL THE TIME. VERY EFFECTIVE. I FOUND THESE TO BE BETTER THAN THE VICODIN HP WHICH IS 10/660, ONLY 10MGS OF APAP DIFFERENCE, AND I FOUND THEY DID NOT WORK AS WELL AS THE WATSON GENERIC LORCET 503.
You have a Lortab (Hydrocodone) 10mg
This is from Watson Pharmaceuticals