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What Is The G 037 Pill, and How Can You Identify It?

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Medically Reviewed By

Dr. Po-Chang Hsu

On September 16, 2024

Written By

Amanda Stevens, B.S.

On September 16, 2024

What you will learn

G 037 is a combination drug of acetaminophen and hydrocodone.
It is an opioid drug prescribed to treat severe pain.
One should be aware of medications with similar letter and number combination stamps to avoid mistakenly taking the wrong medication.
There are counterfeit drugs that have similar stamps but do not have the same active ingredients and often contain fentanyl, which can be deadly.

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The white oblong pill with the medication imprint of G 037 is a combination drug of acetaminophen and hydrocodone. It is an opioid analgesic used to treat pain that has not responded to other non-opioid drug treatments. There are other medications with similar stamps; therefore, it is important to identify G 037 to ensure you are taking the proper medication prescribed to you.

What is G 037 Pill?

The G 037 pill is a white oblong capsule with the imprint G 037 on one side and scored down the middle on the opposite side. It contains 325 mg of Acetaminophen and 10 mg of Hydrocodone Bitartrate. [1] It is a combination opioid analgesic used to treat back pain, general pain, and cough.

What Is Acetaminophen and Hydrocodone Combination Drug?

Hydrocodone and acetaminophen is a combination medication used to relieve moderate to severe pain. [2] It is prescribed when other pain medications have not been effective and an opioid treatment is warranted. Hydrocodone is an opiate or narcotic analgesic drug that acts on the central nervous system (CNS) to relieve pain.

Acetaminophen is a non-opioid analgesic used for pain relief and fever reduction. It is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effectiveness of hydrocodone. Hydrocodone is a Schedule II controlled substance, meaning it has a high potential for abuse. However, when it is monitored closely by a healthcare professional, it can be an effective pain management resource.

How To Identify Different Types of Acetaminophen Hydrocodone Pills

Not all acetaminophen and hydrocodone pills have the G 037 stamp. The pills will be stamped differently depending on the brand and the dosage. The following are some brand name examples of the combination drug acetaminophen and hydrocodone pills and how they differ. [3]

Lortab: The brand name of G 037. It is a white tablet with G 037 stamped on one side and scored down the middle on the opposite side. It contains 325 mg of acetaminophen and 10 mg of hydrocodone.

Lorcet: A white oval tablet stamped with 126 on one side and scored down the middle of the opposite side. It contains 325 mg of acetaminophen and 5 mg of hydrocodone.

Lorcet HD: A white oval tablet stamped with 176 on one side and scored down the middle of the opposite side. It contains 325 mg of acetaminophen and 10 mg of hydrocodone.

Maxidone: A yellow oval tablet stamped with “MAXIDONE” and 634 underneath it and scored down the middle on the opposite side. It contains 750 mg of acetaminophen and 10 mg of hydrocodone.

Norco: A yellow oval tablet stamped with “NORCO” and 539 on one side and scored down the middle on the opposite side. It contains 325 mg of acetaminophen and 10 mg of hydrocodone.

Vicodin: A white tablet stamped scored down the middle with a 5 stamped on one side of the score and 300 stamped on the other. On the opposite side, “VICODIN” is stamped on the tablet. Vicodin contains 300 mg of acetaminophen and 5 mg of hydrocodone.

Vicoprofen: is a round white tablet stamped with VP and a rounded side triangle underneath the VP. There is no stamp of any kind on the opposite side. It contains 200 mg of ibuprofen and 7.5 mg of hydrocodone.

How To Identify Other Pills Stamped with 037

Numerous other drugs are stamped with 037 but are very different types of medications. It is important to know what the difference is so as not to take the incorrect medication. Medications that may have a 037 stamp but are not acetaminophen hydrocodone include [4]

Acyclovir: A blue oval tablet stamped with 0037 on one side and G on the opposite side. It is a purine nucleoside used to treat cold sores, herpes simplex (HSV), herpes simplex encephalitis, herpes simplex – congenital, and herpes simplex suppression.

Amantadine Hydrochloride: A red and blue capsule stamped with R on the blue side of the capsule and 037 on the red side. It is an adamantane antiviral and dopaminergic anti-parkinsonism agent. It treats extrapyramidal reactions, Parkinson’s disease, influenza, influenza a, and tardive dyskinesia.

Amitriptyline Hydrochloride: This is a round brown pill stamped with 037 on one side and no stamp or score on the opposite side. It is a tricyclic antidepressant used to treat depression, chronic pain, headaches, and migraines.

Guaifenesin Extended-Release: This is an oval blue pill stamped with AN 037. It is an expectorant used to treat bronchitis, bronchiectasis, and cough.

Telmisartan: A white oval pill stamped with 037 on one side; no stamp or score is on the opposite side. It is an angiotensin receptor blocker used to treat high blood pressure, lower cardiovascular risk, and prevent cardiovascular disease.

Tussizone-12 RF: A purple tablet stamped with 0037 on top and 0681 underneath it; the opposite side is scored down the middle. It is an upper respiratory combination drug used to treat cold symptoms.

Counterfeit Pills

Counterfeit medications are often sold online. They are difficult to differentiate from real medication as they are made to look identical or almost identical. Sometimes, they can be identified by the pill’s slightly different color or the font it is stamped with.[5] However, sometimes the differences are imperceivable.

Some of the dangers of counterfeit medications include [6]

no active ingredient
substandard ingredients
undeclared ingredients
illegal or dangerous ingredients
incorrect dosage (too much, too little, or variation in dose across tablets)
contaminants from unhygienic manufacture.

The danger of counterfeit pills is that they often contain fentanyl, which can be deadly. The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) found that six out of ten pills contain lethal doses of fentanyl. [7] A lethal dose is 2 mg. The DEA lab has also found animal tranquilizers in pills, which are even more lethal than fentanyl.

To protect yourself from counterfeit pills, your medications should come from a licensed medical professional, be prescribed for you, and be dispensed from a licensed pharmacy.

G 037 And Addiction

You should only take G 037, as prescribed, and the recommended amount and frequency. G 037 is an opioid drug with a high risk for misuse and addiction. If you believe you or a loved one has developed an addiction to G 037, there are treatment options. Talk to your healthcare provider about your concerns. Treatment programs work closely to provide you with the best care to meet your needs, from safely detoxing from medications and minimizing withdrawal symptoms to rehab treatment and aftercare programs to support your recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions About G 037

What is the difference between a G 037 and a G 0037 pill?

G 037 is a white, oblong tablet of Lortab or Acetaminophen and Hydrocodone Bitartrate. It is a controlled substance. A G 0037 is a blue oval tablet of Acyclovir 800 mg. It is used to treat cold sores and herpes simplex. It is not a controlled substance.

Can you overdose on G 037?

G 037 is an opioid medication and can cause serious health issues if it is overdosed. Symptoms of an opioid overdose include: [8]

slow or shallow breathing, difficulty breathing
drowsiness
muscle weakness
cold, clammy skin
narrowed or widened pupils
slowed heartbeat
unable to respond or wake up
unusual snoring

In case of an overdose, seek medical attention immediately, as a G 037 overdose can be deadly. If you have access to naloxone/Narcan, it should be administered immediately to reverse the effects of the overdose. Even if the person overdosing responds to the administration of naloxone, medical attention should be sought. There is a possibility that overdose symptoms can return once the naloxone wears off or if they take another pill.

Can you misuse a drug that was prescribed to you, like G 037?

Yes, even though medication may have been prescribed to you, you can misuse prescription drugs. Misuse includes:

Taking too much, or too often, or taking it for longer than it was prescribed for.
It is used for purposes other than those prescribed, such as the feeling it gives you, to relax, or to sleep.
Taking it in a way other than how it is supposed to be administered, such as crushing and snorting instead of orally as prescribed.
Taking it with alcohol or other drugs to enhance its effects.

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