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Drug Interactions between loperamide and Synalgos-DC

This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:

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Moderate

loperamide dihydrocodeine

Applies to: loperamide and Synalgos-DC (aspirin / caffeine / dihydrocodeine)

Using loperamide together with dihydrocodeine can increase the blood levels or add to the side effects of either medication. Talk with your doctor before using these medications together. Call the doctor if you have side effects such as extreme drowsiness, dizziness, weak pulse, slow heart rate, sweating, urinating less than usual, severe stomach cramps or bloating, and vomiting. You should avoid activities requiring mental alertness until you know how these medications affect you. 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.

Minor

aspirin caffeine

Applies to: Synalgos-DC (aspirin / caffeine / dihydrocodeine) and Synalgos-DC (aspirin / caffeine / dihydrocodeine)

Information for this minor interaction is available on the professional version.

Drug and food interactions

Moderate

loperamide food

Applies to: loperamide

Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of loperamide 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 loperamide. Do not use more than the recommended dose of loperamide, and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns.

Moderate

aspirin food

Applies to: Synalgos-DC (aspirin / caffeine / dihydrocodeine)

Ask your doctor before using aspirin together with ethanol (alcohol). Do not drink alcohol while taking aspirin. Alcohol can increase your risk of stomach bleeding caused by aspirin. 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.

Minor

caffeine food

Applies to: Synalgos-DC (aspirin / caffeine / dihydrocodeine)

Information for this minor interaction is available on the professional version.

Minor

aspirin food

Applies to: Synalgos-DC (aspirin / caffeine / dihydrocodeine)

Information for this minor interaction is available on the professional version.

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.

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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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