Cepacol Sore Throat + Cough Relief and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Cepacol Sore Throat + Cough Relief (benzocaine / dextromethorphan).
Dextromethorphan Food
Moderate Food Interaction
GENERALLY AVOID: Alcohol may potentiate some of the pharmacologic effects of CNS-active agents. Use in combination may result in additive central nervous system depression and/or impairment of judgment, thinking, and psychomotor skills.
MANAGEMENT: Patients receiving CNS-active agents should be warned of this interaction and advised to avoid or limit consumption of alcohol. Ambulatory patients should be counseled to avoid hazardous activities requiring complete mental alertness and motor coordination until they know how these agents affect them, and to notify their physician if they experience excessive or prolonged CNS effects that interfere with their normal activities.
References (4)
- Warrington SJ, Ankier SI, Turner P (1986) "Evaluation of possible interactions between ethanol and trazodone or amitriptyline." Neuropsychobiology, 15, p. 31-7
- Gilman AG, eds., Nies AS, Rall TW, Taylor P (1990) "Goodman and Gilman's the Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics." New York, NY: Pergamon Press Inc.
- (2012) "Product Information. Fycompa (perampanel)." Eisai Inc
- (2015) "Product Information. Rexulti (brexpiprazole)." Otsuka American Pharmaceuticals Inc
Switch to consumer interaction data
Cepacol Sore Throat + Cough Relief drug interactions
There are 414 drug interactions with Cepacol Sore Throat + Cough Relief (benzocaine / dextromethorphan).
Cepacol Sore Throat + Cough Relief disease interactions
There is 1 disease interaction with Cepacol Sore Throat + Cough Relief (benzocaine / dextromethorphan) which include:
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. |
See also:
Cyclobenzaprine
Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant and works by blocking pain sensations. Includes ...
Hydroxyzine
Hydroxyzine is an antihistamine used to treat itching, hives, and anxiety. It also acts as a ...
Botox
Botox is used to treat chronic migraines, excessive sweating, bladder conditions, eye muscle ...
Meloxicam
Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to treat pain or inflammation caused by ...
Amoxicillin
Amoxicillin is a penicillin antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat many types of ...
Aspirin
Aspirin is used to treat mild to moderate pain and to reduce fever or inflammation. Learn about ...
Tramadol
Tramadol is an opioid medication that may be used to treat moderate to moderately severe chronic ...
Azithromycin
Azithromycin is an antibiotic used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria ...
Paracetamol
Paracetamol (Panadol, Calpol, Alvedon) is a widely used over-the-counter painkiller and fever ...
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.