If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses. If you miss a dose of hydrocodone and acetaminophen oral solution or Norco®, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Find patient medical information for Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen (Norco, Vicodin, others) on WebMD including its uses, side effects and safety, interactions, pictures, warnings, and user ratings Hydrocodone and acetaminophen is a Schedule II controlled substance. All branded hydrocodone and acetaminophen (Norco, Vicodin, Lortab, Hycet, Lorcet, Verdrocet, Xodol, Zamicet) have been discontinued, but generic hydrocodone and acetaminophen tablets and oral solution is still available. Norco and Vicodin are prescription medications composed of hydrocodone and acetaminophen, a non-opioid pain reliever, in different dosage forms. Although commonly known by their brand names, they are now only prescribed as generic versions. Norco is not the same as hydrocodone, but it contains hydrocodone as its primary active ingredient. Norco is a brand name for a specific combination pill: hydrocodone plus acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol). Learn about Norco (hydrocodone / acetaminophen) usage and dosing. Read the latest news and reviews about the drug as well as potential side effects and popular alternatives. Hydrocodone belongs to the group of medicines called opioid analgesics (pain medicines). It acts on the central nervous system (CNS) to relieve pain. When hydrocodone is used for a long time, it may become habit-forming, causing mental or physical dependence. NORCO (Hydrocodone bitartrate and acetaminophen) is supplied in tablet form for oral administration. Hydrocodone bitartrate is an opioid analgesic and antitussive and occurs as fine, white crystals or as a crystalline powder. Norco (Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen) may treat, side effects, dosage, drug interactions, warnings, patient labeling, reviews, and related medications including drug comparison and health resources. What is Norco? Norco contains a combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone. Hydrocodone is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone.