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Dsuvia and Guaiatussin AC

Determining the interaction of Dsuvia and Guaiatussin AC and the possibility of their joint administration.

Check result:
Dsuvia <> Guaiatussin AC
Relevance: 19.08.2022 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:

Using codeine together with SUFentanil may affect your heart and alter your breathing. This can cause changes in blood pressure, arrhythmias, or other heart abnormalities. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use 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.

Professional:

ADJUST DOSE: Potent narcotics, when used as an adjuvant in patients receiving alfentanil, remifentanil, or sufentanil for anesthesia or conscious sedation, may further decrease cardiac output and respiratory drive.

MANAGEMENT: The dosage of alfentanil, remifentanil, or sufentanil may need to be decreased in patients who have received large doses of narcotics.

References
  • Gilman AG, Rall TW, Nies AS, Taylor P, eds. "Goodman and Gilman's the Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 8th ed." New York, NY: Pergamon Press Inc. (1990):
Dsuvia

Generic Name: sufentanil

Brand name: Dsuvia

Synonyms: n.a.

Guaiatussin AC

Generic Name: codeine / guaifenesin

Brand name: Allfen CD, Cheracol with Codeine, Cheratussin AC, Codar GF, Duraganidin NR, Guaiatussin AC, Iophen-C NR, Mar-cof CG, M-Clear, Mytussin AC, Relcof C, Guaifenesin AC Liquid, Iophen C-NR, Mar-cof CG, Ninjacof-XG, Virtussin A/C

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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