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Decorel Forte Plus Cold/Cough and Halothane

Determining the interaction of Decorel Forte Plus Cold/Cough and Halothane and the possibility of their joint administration.

Check result:
Decorel Forte Plus Cold/Cough <> Halothane
Relevance: 10.10.2023 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Consumer:

Before you undergo any procedure where halothane may be used, let your doctor know if you are currently using phenylephrine. Combining these medications may cause irregular heart rhythm. You should be closely monitored by the doctor during the procedure, and the dosage of phenylephrine adjusted as necessary. 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.

Professional:

GENERALLY AVOID: The combination of phenylephrine and halothane may increase the risk of ventricular irritability and cardiac arrhythmias. Adverse events have been reported in anesthetized patients after administration of phenylephrine ophthalmic drops.

MANAGEMENT: This combination should be avoided or used very cautiously and the patient's hemodynamic status should be closely monitored.

References
  • "Product Information. Neo-Synephrine (phenylephrine)." Abbott Pharmaceutical, Abbott Park, IL.
  • Agencia EspaƱola de Medicamentos y Productos Sanitarios Healthcare "Centro de informaciĆ³n online de medicamentos de la AEMPS - CIMA. Available from: URL: https://cima.aemps.es/cima/publico/home.html." ([2018]):
  • Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
Decorel Forte Plus Cold/Cough

Generic Name: acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine

Brand name: Decorel Forte Plus Cold/Cough, Mucinex Fast-Max, Mucinex Fast-Max Cold and Flu, Mucinex Fast-Max Congestion and Cold, Mucinex Fast-Max Severe Cold, Tylenol Cold Multi-Symptom Severe Daytime, Tylenol Cold Head Congestion Severe, Non-Pseudo Cold Relief, Phenflu DM, Sudafed PE Cold & Cough, Cold & Cough PE, Cold Head Congestion Severe Daytime, Cold Multi-Symptom Severe Daytime Cool Ice, Tylenol Cold & Flu Severe, Mucinex Children's Multi-Symptom Cold & Fever, Mucinex Fast-Max Cold, Flu & Sore Throat, Mucinex Fast-Max Severe Congestion & Cold, Cough & Sore Throat, DayQuil Severe Cold & Flu, Adult Cold, Cold & Flu Severe, Mucinex Sinus-Max Severe Congestion Relief, Delsym Cough + Cold Daytime, Severe Day Time Cold & Flu, Mucinex Fast-Max Cold & Flu, Mucinex Sinus-Max Pressure, Pain & Cough

Synonyms: n.a.

Halothane

Generic Name: halothane

Brand name:

Synonyms: n.a.

In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.

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