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CORICIDIN HBP CHEST CONG-COUGH (Generic for ALKA-SELTZER PLUS MUCUS-CONGES) Lifestyle Interactions Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10mg, Guaifenesin 200mg, Oral capsule, liquid filled Grapefruit juice · Severity: Mild · Notes for Consumers: Grapefruit juice may increase the actions of Dextromethorphan, which may make some people feel drowsiness or other side effects (dizziness, nervousness or restlessness, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset) of Dextromethorphan that do not usually occur with prescribed or nonprescription product doses. It may be best to limit intake of grapefruit juice while you are taking Dextromethorphan-containing products. · Notes for Professionals: Intake of grapefruit juice or seville orange juice increased dextromethorphan bioavailability in one study. Patients with increased concentrations of dextromethorphan may experience drowsiness or serotonergic side effects (dizziness, nervousness or restlessness, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset) not usually noted with prescribed or nonprescription product doses. Grapefruit juice and seville orange juice contain compounds that can inhibit P-glycoprotein in the intestinal wall, and dextromethorphan absorption may be affected by P-glycoprotein activity. Dextromethorphan is largely metabolized by CYP2D6, so this particular interaction with grapefruit juice may be more relevant in patients who are poor CYP2D6 metabolizers. Medicine Chestcoricidin hbp chest cong-cough has been added to your Medicine Chest. Log InYou need to log into the site to use this feature You may find alternative ways to save with this medication. Talk to your pharmacist about the potential option(s) noted below.
Close Published: Dec 28, 2018 Last Updated: Oct 28, 2019 They are safe to take together. There is no known interaction. Dec 20, 2018 Can I take Tylenol with Coricidin HBP Chest Congestion And Cough? AnswerTylenol (acetaminophen) can safely be taken with Coricidin HBP Chest Congestion And Cough, which contains the following active ingredients:
There are no known interactions between these three drugs. In fact, there are a variety of products available over the counter (OTC) that contain all three, or more. Such products include:
As you are inquiring about a Coricidin HBP product specifically, I assume that you are looking for something that is safe to take if you have high blood pressure. If you do have high blood pressure, you generally want to avoid nasal decongestants, like Sudafed (pseudoephedrine) and Sudafed PE (phenylephrine). These drugs can increase blood pressure and may put you more at risk for heart attack and stroke if your high blood pressure is untreated or uncontrolled. Drug InfoThe 2 products in your question (Tylenol & Coricidin HBP Chest Congestion And Cough) should not affect blood pressure at all. To give a quick overview of each:
Pain reliever and fever reducer. Acetaminophen is the most common analgesic used in combination ingredient cough/cold products. It is important to keep track of your daily acetaminophen consumption, especially if taking more than one product that contains it. Recommended doses are generally safe and effective but overdoses can lead to liver damage.
Thins and loosens mucus secretions. This allows for easier expectoration. Guaifenesin, which is also the active ingredient in Mucinex, is very well tolerated and actually has no known drug interactions.
Cough suppressant, which is also the active ingredient in Delsym. References
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Who should not take Coricidin?You should not use Coricidin if you are allergic to acetaminophen or chlorpheniramine, or if you have: severe constipation, blockage in your stomach or intestines; untreated or uncontrolled diseases--glaucoma, asthma, heart disease, overactive thyroid; or. if you are unable to urinate.
What drugs should not be taken with dextromethorphan?do not take dextromethorphan if you are taking a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), and tranylcypromine (Parnate), or if you have stopped taking an MAO inhibitor within the past 2 weeks.
Can you take Tylenol when taking Coricidin?Interactions between your drugs
No interactions were found between Coricidin HBP Chest Congestion & Cough and Tylenol. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
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