Question

What are the functional groups in Vicodin?

Answer 1

The functional groups are hydroxyl, aromatic ring, and amide

Answer 2

Amide, phenol, aromatic ether, ketone, and tertiary amine.

Explanation:

Vicodin is a combination of two pain relievers: acetaminophen (Figure A) and hydrocodone (Figure B).

Acetaminophen contains two functional groups:

• An amide group (1)
• A phenol group (2)

Hydrocodone has four functional groups:

• Two aromatic ethers (1 and 2).
• A ketone (3)
• A tertiary amine (4)