Drug Interactions between Lidoderm and propoxyphene
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- Lidoderm (lidocaine topical)
- propoxyphene
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions were found between Lidoderm and propoxyphene. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Lidoderm
A total of 79 drugs are known to interact with Lidoderm.
- Lidoderm is in the drug class topical anesthetics.
- Lidoderm is used to treat Postherpetic Neuralgia.
propoxyphene
A total of 635 drugs are known to interact with propoxyphene.
- Propoxyphene is in the drug class Opioids (narcotic analgesics).
- Propoxyphene is used to treat Pain.
Drug and food interactions
propoxyphene food
Applies to: propoxyphene
GENERALLY AVOID: Alcohol may have additive CNS- and/or respiratory-depressant effects with propoxyphene. Misuse of propoxyphene, either alone or in combination with other CNS depressants, has been a major cause of drug-related deaths, particularly in patients with a history of emotional disturbances, suicidal ideation, or alcohol and drug abuse.
MANAGEMENT: The use of alcohol during propoxyphene therapy should be avoided. Patients should be warned not to exceed the recommended dosage of propoxyphene and to avoid activities requiring mental alertness until they know how these agents affect them.
References (1)
- (2001) "Product Information. Darvon (propoxyphene)." 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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