What is the most prescribed pain med?
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According to a 2024 analysis of US prescription data, the combination medication hydrocodone bitartrate and acetaminophen was the most commonly prescribed and dispensed pain medication. Commonly known by brand names like Vicodin, this prescription drug consists of an opioid and a non-opioid pain reliever, making it the most prescribed pain med for many forms of moderate to severe pain.
