Can you take Nyquil with Vivitrol? Will it make me sick?
Question posted by EricMerritt on 22 March 2020
Last updated on 29 July 2023 by Vivitrolfirstti
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I just got the vivitrol shot 5 days ago had a horrible reaction due to opioids still in my system... 5 days later I'm still not back to my normal self but I did just take a NyQuil cold and flu pill it's a green pill only 1 and so far no problems ... it's been about 20 minutes so wish me luck.
Yes you can, and no it won’t
Choosing a random one out of the potential interaction list.
Interactions between your drugs
Moderate
acetaminophen naltrexone
Applies to: Vicks NyQuil Cold & Flu Nighttime Relief (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / doxylamine) and Vivitrol (naltrexone)
Naltrexone may cause liver problems, and using it with other medications that can also affect the liver such as acetaminophen may increase that risk. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with these medications. Call your doctor immediately if you have fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, pale stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, as these may be signs and symptoms of liver damage. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns.
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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Moderate
dextromethorphan doxylamine
Applies to: Vicks NyQuil Cold & Flu Nighttime Relief (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / doxylamine) and Vicks NyQuil Cold & Flu Nighttime Relief (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / doxylamine)
Using dextromethorphan together with doxylamine may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Some people, especially the elderly, may also experience impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with these medications. Also avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. 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.
Put a little soul in your answers, just a suggestion.
There are 7 varieties of nyquil, I can not check for interactions, click on the link and follow the instructions in order to get an interaction report:
Click on the link, found my way around the dilema:
https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions-all/naltrexone,vivitrol.html?letter=V
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