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Drug Interactions between acetazolamide and J-Max DHC

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Moderate

acetaZOLAMIDE dihydrocodeine

Applies to: acetazolamide and J-Max DHC (dihydrocodeine / guaifenesin)

Consumer information for this interaction is not currently available.

MONITOR: Opioids exhibit hypotensive effects, especially during initiation of therapy and dose escalation. Coadministration with diuretics may lead to an increased risk of hypotension. In contrast, opioids may also decrease the efficacy of diuretics as they may trigger the secretion of antidiuretic hormone, although the proposed mechanism for this interaction is unclear and clinical studies are not currently available.

MANAGEMENT: Caution and close monitoring for development of hypotension in addition to decreased diuretic efficacy are advised during coadministration of these agents. Blood pressure should be monitored throughout therapy and dose adjustment of the diuretic should be considered. Patients should be advised to avoid rising abruptly from a sitting or recumbent position and to notify their physician if they experience dizziness, lightheadedness, syncope, orthostasis, or tachycardia. Patients should also avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until they know how the medications affect them.

Drug and food/lifestyle interactions

Major

dihydrocodeine food/lifestyle

Applies to: J-Max DHC (dihydrocodeine / guaifenesin)

Consumer information for this interaction is not currently available.

GENERALLY AVOID: Alcohol may potentiate the central nervous system (CNS) depressant effects of opioid analgesics. 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. In addition, alcohol may affect opioid release from sustained-release formulations.

MANAGEMENT: Patients should not consume alcoholic beverages or use drug products that contain alcohol during treatment with opioid analgesics. Any history of alcohol or illicit drug use should be considered when prescribing an opioid analgesic, and therapy initiated at a lower dosage if necessary. Patients should be closely monitored for signs and symptoms of sedation, respiratory depression, and hypotension.

Therapeutic duplication warnings

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Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
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.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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