Norco is a brand name for a combination medication containing acetaminophen (325 mg) and hydrocodone (10 mg). It belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics, and it is to relieve moderate to severe pain. The hydrocodone component is a narcotic pain reliever, while acetaminophen enhances the pain-relieving effects of hydrocodone and also acts as a fever reducer.

As for the generic version, it would contain the same active ingredients and strengths as the brand-name Norco. Generic versions of Norco are available under various brand names, such as Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen or simply Hydrocodone/APAP.