Ceta-Plus: Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Main ingredients in Ceta-Plus are Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen. Ceta-Plus is used for the relief of mild to moderately severe pain. Ceta-Plus combines a narcotic-analgesic (Hydrocodone Bitartrate) with a non-narcotic analgesic (Acetaminophen) which can also be used for reducing fever. Ceta-Plus is usually given when Acetaminophen alone is not effective. However, Ceta-Plus is not effective against Arthritis or other pain caused by inflammation.

Ceta-Plus Side Effects

Side effect of Ceta-Plus range from lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and shortness of breath to allergic reactions, anxiety, depression, mania, drowsiness, mood changes, and restlessness.

Ceta-Plus Caution

Ceta-Plus is habit forming.Use it exactly as prescribed by your physician. If you were addicted to narcotics or painkillers in the past, let your doctor know about it.

No one who had an allergic reaction to Hydrocodone or Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) or have adrenal, kidney, liver, or prostate disorder, should take this drug.

Ceta-Plus can make you drowsy. Do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery until you know how Ceta-Plus affects you.

If you ever had an head injury, stomach problems, or lung disease, discuss with your doctor before taking Ceta-Plus.

If you are pregnant or nursing, let your doctor know about it before taking Ceta-Plus.

Ceta-Plus Interactions

Hydrocodone in Ceta-Plus slows the nerve cell response. Alcohol will definitely enhance this effect.

Check with your physician before combining Ceta-Plus with the anti-depressant, anti anxiety drugs. Cold medicines that has Antihistamines, tranquilizers, MAO inhibitors, other narcotic analgesics as well as herbal anti-depressant, St. John�s wort.

Ceta-Plus and Pregnancy

High doses of Acetaminophen in Ceta-Plus could be problematic during pregnancy.

Ceta-Plus may pass into breast milk. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed or wait at least 4-6 hours after their last dose.

Ceta-Plus Doses

ADULTS

The usual dose is 1 or 2 tablets, taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed, up to a maximum of 8 tablets per day.
CHILDREN
Ceta-Plus is not recommended for children.

Ceta-Plus Overdose

Symptoms of Ceta-Plus overdose include bluish skin, blood disorders, cold and clammy skin, extreme sleepiness that can leads to coma, general bodily discomfort, heart problems, heavy perspiration, kidney problems, limp muscles, liver failure, low blood pressure, nausea, slow heartbeat, and vomiting. In case of Ceta-Plus overdose, seek emergency medical attention right away.