Table 1: Recommended Adult Hydrocodone Dosages: Monotherapy

Drug/Indication Dosage Forms/Strengths Usual Dosage Regimen Maximum Recommended Dose
Analgesic hydrocodone extended-release capsule (Zohydro® ER, generics) 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg, 50 mg extended-release, abuse-deterrent capsules 20 mg to 100 mg every 12 hours maximum dose not defined; doses should be titrated per patient to maximize analgesia and minimize adverse drug reactions
Analgesic hydrocodone extended-release tablet (Hysingla® ER, generics) 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg, 60 mg, 80 mg, 100 mg, 120 mg extended-release, abuse-deterrent tablets 20 mg to 120 mg every 24 hours maximum dose not defined; doses should be titrated per patient to maximize analgesia and minimize adverse drug reactions