Advil Allergy Sinus (chlorpheniramine / ibuprofen / pseudoephedrine) and Alcohol / Food Interactions
There are 2 alcohol/food/lifestyle interactions with Advil Allergy Sinus (chlorpheniramine / ibuprofen / pseudoephedrine) which include:
ibuprofen ↔ Alcohol (Ethanol)
Moderate Drug Interaction
Ask your doctor before using ibuprofen together with ethanol. Do not drink alcohol while taking ibuprofen. Alcohol can increase your risk of stomach bleeding caused by ibuprofen. Call your doctor at once if you have symptoms of bleeding in your stomach or intestines. This includes black, bloody, or tarry stools, or coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
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chlorpheniramine ↔ Alcohol (Ethanol)
Moderate Drug Interaction
Using chlorpheniramine together with ethanol can increase nervous system side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with chlorpheniramine. Do not use more than the recommended dose of chlorpheniramine, and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medication without first talking to your doctor.
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High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Severe Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility
NSAIDs - fluid retention
Fluid retention and edema have been reported in association with the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Therapy with NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with preexisting fluid retention, hypertension, or a history of heart failure. Blood pressure and cardiovascular status should be monitored closely during the initiation of NSAID treatment and throughout the course of therapy.You should also know about...
Advil Allergy Sinus (chlorpheniramine / ibuprofen / pseudoephedrine) drug Interactions
There are 1036 drug interactions with Advil Allergy Sinus (chlorpheniramine / ibuprofen / pseudoephedrine)
Advil Allergy Sinus (chlorpheniramine / ibuprofen / pseudoephedrine) disease Interactions
There are 20 disease interactions with Advil Allergy Sinus (chlorpheniramine / ibuprofen / pseudoephedrine) which include:
Anticholinergic Effects- Asthma
- Fluid Retention
- Gi Toxicity
- Rash
- Renal Toxicities
- Thrombosis
- Cardiovascular Disease
Asthma/Copd- Cardiovascular
- Renal/Liver Disease
- Pku
- Anemia
- Hepatotoxicity
- Platelet Aggregation Inhibition
- Gi Narrowing
- Pku
- Bph
- Diabetes
- Glaucoma
See also...
- Side Effects of Advil Allergy Sinus (chlorpheniramine / ibuprofen / pseudoephedrine)
- Advil Allergy Sinus (chlorpheniramine / ibuprofen / pseudoephedrine) Consumer Information
Drug Interaction Classification
The classifications below are a general guideline only. It is difficult to determine the relevance of a particular drug interaction to any individual given the large number of variables.
| Major | Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. |
| Moderate | Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. |
| Minor | 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. |
Do not stop taking any medications without consulting your healthcare provider.
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