Treating moderate to moderately severe pain. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Dolcet is an analgesic combination. Acetaminophen works by lowering a chemical in the brain that stimulates pain nerves. Hydrocodone, an opioid analgesic, works by binding to receptors in the brain and nervous system used by the body's natural "pain relievers." The combination may provide better pain relief than either medicine alone.
Important safety information:
Dolcet may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or light-headedness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Dolcet with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Do not drink alcohol or use medicines that may cause drowsiness while you are using Dolcet; it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness.
Dolcet may cause dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting; alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first sign of any of these effects.
Some of these products contain sulfites. Sulfites may cause an allergic reaction in some patients (eg, asthma patients). If you have ever had an allergic reaction to sulfites, ask your pharmacist if your product has sulfites in it.
Dolcet has acetaminophen in it. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has acetaminophen in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Dolcet may harm your liver. Your risk may be greater if you drink alcohol while you are using Dolcet. Talk to your doctor before you take Dolcet or other fever reducers if you drink more than 3 drinks with alcohol per day.
Use Dolcet with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially possible decreased breathing and drowsiness.
Dolcet should not be used in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Dolcet while you are pregnant. Dolcet is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Dolcet.
When used for long periods of time or at high doses, Dolcet may not work as well and may require higher doses to obtain the same effect as when originally taken. This is known as TOLERANCE. Talk with your doctor if Dolcet stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed. Some people who use Dolcet for a long time may develop a need to continue taking it. People who take high doses are also at risk. This is known as DEPENDENCE or addiction. If you suddenly stop taking Dolcet, you may experience WITHDRAWAL symptoms including anxiety; diarrhea; fever, runny nose, or sneezing; goose bumps and abnormal skin sensations; nausea; vomiting; pain; rigid muscles; rapid heartbeat; seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there; shivering or tremors; sweating; and trouble sleeping.
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Dolcet side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); anxiety; change in the amount of urine produced; fear; hearing change or loss; interrupted breathing; mental or mood changes; unusual tiredness.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Dolcet - Frequently asked Questions
Can Dolcet be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Dolcet?
Some medical conditions may interact with Dolcet. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you are allergic to other narcotic medicines
if you have or have ever had alcoholism, substance abuse, narcotic dependence, or if you consume more than 3 alcoholic drinks per day
if you have a history of suicidal thoughts or behavior
if you have a head injury, increased pressure in the head, a brain injury or tumor, epilepsy, or seizures
if you are having an asthma attack
if you have an acute stomach or intestinal problem, chronic inflammation and ulceration of the bowel, or you have had recent abdominal surgery
if you have adrenal gland problems; enlargement of the prostate gland; heart failure or lung disease, including shortness of breath; liver or kidney problems; thyroid disease; urinary blockage; or viral hepatitis
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Dolcet. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Barbiturate anesthetics (eg, thiopental), cimetidine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) (eg, phenelzine), sodium oxybate (GHB), or tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline) because serious side effects, such as increased sleepiness and decreased ability to breathe, may occur
Naltrexone because it may decrease the effectiveness of Dolcet and withdrawal symptoms may occur in patients who have become physically dependent on opioids
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Dolcet may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Dolcet?
Use Dolcet as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Dolcet by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
If you miss a dose of Dolcet, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Dolcet.
Can Dolcet be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Dolcet be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Dolcet, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Dolcet. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
Patient reports
Patient reported useful
No survey data has been collected yet
Patient reported side effects
No survey data has been collected yet
Three patients reported price estimates
Do you think The Price of Dolcet is Worth It? Do you feel you paid higher than the value you got from it after usage? According to reports from gmedication.com users, on whether the Dolcet medicine is affordable, users shared different opinions on the question. The views concerning the price of the medicine were based on some factors like the brand the patient bought, the price compared to its level of effectiveness, the nation or country where the medicine is sold, and the amount of money the patient has. For users who are of the opinion that the medicine is unaffordable, they may have to consider a medicine with another brand in a bid to reduce cost.
Patients
%
Expensive
3
100.0%
Six patients reported frequency of use
How often should I take Dolcet? According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Dolcet should take 3 times in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
Patients
%
3 times in a day
4
66.7%
Twice in a day
2
33.3%
Seven patients reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used? Dolcet May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
Patients
%
201-500mg
3
42.9%
501mg-1g
1
14.3%
11-50mg
1
14.3%
101-200mg
1
14.3%
6-10mg
1
14.3%
Four patients reported time for results
How long will I use Dolcet before I begin to notice the effect? According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about 1 month and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Dolcet. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Dolcet kindly click here
Patients
%
1 month
2
50.0%
1 week
2
50.0%
Patient reported administration
No survey data has been collected yet
Nine patients reported age
Patients
%
> 60
4
44.4%
30-45
3
33.3%
16-29
2
22.2%
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