Anexsia Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

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

Anexsia Side Effects

Anexsia side effect may include lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and shortness of breath. Other Anexsia side effect include allergic reactions, anxiety, depression, mania, drowsiness, mood changes, and restlessness.

Anexsia Side Effects Reporting

If you experience any Anexsia side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.

Anexsia Caution

Anexsia 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.

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

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

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

Anexsia Interactions

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

Check with your physician before combining Anexsia 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.

Anexsia and Pregnancy

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

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

Anexsia 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
Anexsia is not recommended for children.

Anexsia Overdose

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

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