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/ˌhaɪ.dɹoʊˈkoʊˌdoʊn/ · noun
(pharmacology) A habit-forming compound that is derived from codeine and is administered in the form of its bitartrate C₁₈H₂₁NO₃·C₄H₆O₆ usually in combination with other drugs (as acetaminophen) as an analgesic or antitussive..
Use hydrocodone when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Hydrocodone means (pharmacology) A habit-forming compound that is derived from codeine and is administered in the form of its bitartrate C₁₈H₂₁NO₃·C₄H₆O₆ usually in combination with other drugs (as acetaminophen) as an analgesic or antitussive..
Common synonyms include hydro.
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
Use hydrocodone where its definition matches the intended context.
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