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Mucinex Sinus-Max Severe Congestion Relief and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There are 2 alcohol/food/lifestyle interactions with Mucinex Sinus-Max Severe Congestion Relief (acetaminophen / guaifenesin / phenylephrine).

Moderate

Phenylephrine Caffeine

Moderate Drug Interaction

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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Major

Acetaminophen Alcohol (Ethanol)

Major Drug Interaction

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.

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Mucinex Sinus-Max Severe Congestion Relief drug interactions

There are 324 drug interactions with Mucinex Sinus-Max Severe Congestion Relief (acetaminophen / guaifenesin / phenylephrine).

Mucinex Sinus-Max Severe Congestion Relief disease interactions

There are 7 disease interactions with Mucinex Sinus-Max Severe Congestion Relief (acetaminophen / guaifenesin / phenylephrine) which include:

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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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