Vicodin brand name current availability 2026?

Is Vic Co‑Dine still sold?
The brand name Vicodin is no longer manufactured or marketed in 2026. Pfizer, the original holder, stopped producing it after the mid‑2010s, and the trademark is effectively abandoned. No U.S. pharmacy carries new Vicodin prescriptions today.

What can patients use instead?
Generic formulations of hydrocodone plus acetaminophen are widely available. These products, sold under names like Lortab or Vicodin‑Free, contain the same active ingredients and are approved for the same indications.

Why did the brand disappear?
Vicodin’s patent and trademark protection ended, and the market shifted toward generics that offer the same therapy at lower cost. Pfizer’s discontinuation was part of a broader trend of phasing out older brand names for combination opioid analgesics.

Can I still find old stock of Vicodin?
Some pharmacies may hold leftover inventory from the years before discontinuation, but this stock is limited and not being replenished. If a clinician prescribes Vicodin, the prescriber would need to source it from a specialty supplier that still holds the remaining stock, which is rare.

How do I obtain hydrocodone/acetaminophen now?
Ask your prescriber to write a generic hydrocodone/acetaminophen prescription. The drug is covered by most insurance plans, and pharmacies can fill it immediately.

What about side‑effect concerns?
The safety profile of Vicodin is identical to its generic counterparts: respiratory depression, constipation, nausea, and potential for dependence. Current guidelines recommend the lowest effective dose for the shortest time.

Regulatory status in 2026
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) still regulates hydrocodone/acetaminophen combinations as Schedule II opioids. The brand name Vicodin is not on the FDA’s approved drug list.

Sources
[1] DrugPatentWatch.com – Vicodin brand status and history.