Drug Interactions between Sudafed PE Head Congestion + Flu Severe and Zyrtec
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- Sudafed PE Head Congestion + Flu Severe (acetaminophen/dextromethorphan/guaifenesin/phenylephrine)
- Zyrtec (cetirizine)
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions were found between Sudafed PE Head Congestion + Flu Severe and Zyrtec. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Sudafed PE Head Congestion + Flu Severe
A total of 589 drugs are known to interact with Sudafed PE Head Congestion + Flu Severe.
- Sudafed pe head congestion + flu severe is in the drug class upper respiratory combinations.
- Sudafed pe head congestion + flu severe is used to treat the following conditions:
Zyrtec
A total of 258 drugs are known to interact with Zyrtec.
- Zyrtec is in the drug class antihistamines.
- Zyrtec is used to treat the following conditions:
Drug and food interactions
acetaminophen food
Applies to: Sudafed PE Head Congestion + Flu Severe (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine)
Ask your doctor before using acetaminophen together with ethanol (alcohol). 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.
dextromethorphan food
Applies to: Sudafed PE Head Congestion + Flu Severe (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine)
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.
cetirizine food
Applies to: Zyrtec (cetirizine)
Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of cetirizine 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 cetirizine. Do not use more than the recommended dose of cetirizine, 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.
phenylephrine food
Applies to: Sudafed PE Head Congestion + Flu Severe (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine)
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.
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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