Duocet: Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

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

Duocet Side Effects

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

Duocet Caution

Duocet 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.

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

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

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

Duocet Interactions

Hydrocodone in Duocet slows the nerve cell response. Alcohol will definitely enhance this effect.

Check with your physician before combining Duocet 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.

Duocet and Pregnancy

High doses of Acetaminophen in Duocet could be problematic during pregnancy.

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

Duocet 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
Duocet is not recommended for children.

Duocet Overdose

Symptoms of Duocet 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 Duocet overdose, seek emergency medical attention right away.