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Physostigmine Salicylate and Theraflu Warming Relief Nighttime Severe Cold

Determining the interaction of Physostigmine Salicylate and Theraflu Warming Relief Nighttime Severe Cold and the possibility of their joint administration.

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Physostigmine Salicylate <> Theraflu Warming Relief Nighttime Severe Cold

Relevance: 27.12.2022 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:

Talk to your doctor before using diphenhydrAMINE together with physostigmine. Medications like diphenhydrAMINE may reduce the effectiveness of physostigmine. In addition, patients with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia may be more likely to experience nervous system side effects of diphenhydrAMINE such as drowsiness, confusion, and mental impairment. 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: Due to opposing effects, agents that possess anticholinergic activity (e.g., sedating antihistamines; antispasmodics; neuroleptics; phenothiazines; skeletal muscle relaxants; tricyclic antidepressants; class IA antiarrhythmics especially disopyramide; carbamazepine; cimetidine; ranitidine) may negate the already small pharmacologic benefits of acetylcholinesterase inhibitors in the treatment of dementia. These agents may also adversely affect elderly patients in general. Clinically significant mental status changes associated with anticholinergic agents can range from mild cognitive impairment to delirium, and patients with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia are especially sensitive.

MANAGEMENT: Drugs that possess anticholinergic activity should generally be avoided in patients with Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive impairment, regardless of whether they are receiving an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. For patients requiring treatment to counteract adverse effects of acetylcholinesterase inhibitor therapy (e.g., gastrointestinal intolerance, urinary problems), an agent without anticholinergic properties should be used whenever possible. Otherwise, a dosage reduction, slower titration, or even discontinuation of the acetylcholinesterase inhibitor should be considered. For patients who are already receiving an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor with anticholinergic agents, every attempt should be made to discontinue the latter or substitute them with less anticholinergic alternatives. Caution is required, however, since anticholinergic withdrawal may occur. Seizures have been reported following abrupt discontinuation of anticholinergics during acetylcholinesterase inhibitor therapy.

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Physostigmine Salicylate

Generic Name: physostigmine

Brand name: Antilirium

Synonyms: Physostigmine

What is Physostigmine Salicylate?

Theraflu Warming Relief Nighttime Severe Cold

Generic Name: acetaminophen / diphenhydramine / phenylephrine

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Synonyms: n.a.

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