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Drug Interactions between Mucinex FreeFrom Cold & Flu Daytime and FreeFrom Cold & Flu Nighttime and quetiapine

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Moderate

dextromethorphan triprolidine

Applies to: Mucinex FreeFrom Cold & Flu Daytime and FreeFrom Cold & Flu Nighttime (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine / triprolidine) and Mucinex FreeFrom Cold & Flu Daytime and FreeFrom Cold & Flu Nighttime (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine / triprolidine)

Using dextromethorphan together with triprolidine 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.

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Moderate

dextromethorphan QUEtiapine

Applies to: Mucinex FreeFrom Cold & Flu Daytime and FreeFrom Cold & Flu Nighttime (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine / triprolidine) and quetiapine

Using dextromethorphan together with QUEtiapine 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.

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Moderate

triprolidine QUEtiapine

Applies to: Mucinex FreeFrom Cold & Flu Daytime and FreeFrom Cold & Flu Nighttime (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine / triprolidine) and quetiapine

Using triprolidine together with QUEtiapine may increase side effects such as drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, abdominal cramping, constipation, irregular heartbeat, confusion, and memory problems. Side effects may be more likely to occur in the elderly or those with a debilitating condition. 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.

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Drug and food interactions

Major

acetaminophen food

Applies to: Mucinex FreeFrom Cold & Flu Daytime and FreeFrom Cold & Flu Nighttime (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine / triprolidine)

Ask your doctor before using acetaminophen together with ethanol. This can cause serious side effects that affect your liver. Call your doctor immediately if you experience a fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, excessive tiredness or weakness, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash or itching, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, or yellowing of the skin or the whites of your eyes. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take both medications. 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 food

Applies to: Mucinex FreeFrom Cold & Flu Daytime and FreeFrom Cold & Flu Nighttime (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine / triprolidine)

Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of dextromethorphan 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 dextromethorphan. Do not use more than the recommended dose of dextromethorphan, 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.

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Moderate

triprolidine food

Applies to: Mucinex FreeFrom Cold & Flu Daytime and FreeFrom Cold & Flu Nighttime (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine / triprolidine)

Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of triprolidine 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 triprolidine. Do not use more than the recommended dose of triprolidine, 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.

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Moderate

phenylephrine food

Applies to: Mucinex FreeFrom Cold & Flu Daytime and FreeFrom Cold & Flu Nighttime (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine / triprolidine)

Both phenylephrine and caffeine can increase blood pressure and heart rate, and combining them may enhance these effects. Talk to your doctor before using these medications, especially if you have a history of high blood pressure or heart disease. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. Contact your doctor if your condition changes or you experience increased side effects. 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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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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