Drug Interactions between KG-Tuss HD and sulfinpyrazone
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- KG-Tuss HD (guaifenesin/hydrocodone/pseudoephedrine)
- sulfinpyrazone
Interactions between your drugs
sulfinpyrazone HYDROcodone
Applies to: sulfinpyrazone and KG-Tuss HD (guaifenesin / hydrocodone / pseudoephedrine)
MONITOR: Coadministration with inducers of CYP450 3A4 may decrease the plasma concentrations of opioids that are metabolized by the isoenzyme such as butorphanol, fentanyl, hydrocodone, methadone, and oxycodone. Reduced efficacy or withdrawal symptoms may occur in patients maintained on their narcotic pain regimen following the addition of a CYP450 3A4 inducer. Conversely, discontinuation of the inducer may increase opioid plasma concentrations and potentiate the risk of overdose and fatal respiratory depression.
MANAGEMENT: Pharmacologic response to the opioid should be monitored more closely whenever a CYP450 3A4 inducer is added to or withdrawn from therapy, and the opioid dosage adjusted as necessary.
References
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- (2013) "Product Information. Zohydro ER (hydrocodone)." Zogenix, Inc
- (2017) "Product Information. Butorphanol Tartrate (butorphanol)." Apotex Corporation
Drug and food interactions
HYDROcodone food
Applies to: KG-Tuss HD (guaifenesin / hydrocodone / pseudoephedrine)
GENERALLY AVOID: Alcohol may potentiate the central nervous system (CNS) depressant effects of opioid analgesics including hydrocodone. Concomitant use may result in additive CNS depression and impairment of judgment, thinking, and psychomotor skills. In more severe cases, hypotension, respiratory depression, profound sedation, coma, or even death may occur.
GENERALLY AVOID: Consumption of alcohol while taking some sustained-release formulations of hydrocodone may cause rapid release of the drug, resulting in high systemic levels of hydrocodone that may be potentially lethal. Alcohol apparently can disrupt the release mechanism of some sustained-release formulations. In study subjects, the rate of absorption of hydrocodone from an extended-release formulation was found to be affected by coadministration with 40% alcohol in the fasted state, as demonstrated by an average 2.4-fold (up to 3.9-fold in one subject) increase in hydrocodone peak plasma concentration and a decrease in the time to peak concentration. Alcohol also increased the extent of absorption by an average of 1.2-fold (up to 1.7-fold in one subject).
GENERALLY AVOID: Grapefruit juice may increase the plasma concentrations of hydrocodone. The proposed mechanism is inhibition of CYP450 3A4-mediated metabolism of hydrocodone by certain compounds present in grapefruit. Increased hydrocodone concentrations could conceivably increase or prolong adverse drug effects and may cause potentially fatal respiratory depression.
MANAGEMENT: Patients taking sustained-release formulations of hydrocodone should not consume alcohol or use medications that contain alcohol. In general, potent narcotics such as hydrocodone should not be combined with alcohol. Patients should also avoid consumption of grapefruit or grapefruit juice during treatment with hydrocodone.
References
- (2013) "Product Information. Zohydro ER (hydrocodone)." Zogenix, Inc
pseudoephedrine food
Applies to: KG-Tuss HD (guaifenesin / hydrocodone / pseudoephedrine)
MONITOR: Coadministration of two or more sympathomimetic agents may increase the risk of adverse effects such as nervousness, irritability, and increased heart rate. Central nervous system (CNS) stimulants, particularly amphetamines, can potentiate the adrenergic response to vasopressors and other sympathomimetic agents. Additive increases in blood pressure and heart rate may occur due to enhanced peripheral sympathetic activity.
MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised if two or more sympathomimetic agents are coadministered. Pulse and blood pressure should be closely monitored.
References
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- (2001) "Product Information. Focalin (dexmethylphenidate)." Mikart Inc
- (2002) "Product Information. Strattera (atomoxetine)." Lilly, Eli and Company
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
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