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Vicodin is hydrocodone and Tylenol (=acetaminophen). Too much acetaminophen can cause kidney problems as well as liver problems. The liver problems caused by excessive use of aceta.. are well publicized; the possible damage to the kidneys from excessive use of aceta... is not well publicized BUT is a real risk. I don't believe hydrocodone causes problems to your liver or your kidneys, but I'm not absolutely sure. (Note: I have a moderate amount of knowledge about drugs, their ingredients and their side effects, interactions etc. )

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