Maxidone: Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Main ingredients in Maxidone are Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen. Maxidone is used for the relief of mild to moderately severe pain. Maxidone combines a narcotic-analgesic (Hydrocodone Bitartrate) with a non-narcotic analgesic (Acetaminophen) which can also be used for reducing fever.

Maxidone is usually given when Acetaminophen alone is not effective. However, Maxidone is not effective against Arthritis or other pain caused by inflammation.

Maxidone Side Effects

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

Maxidone Caution

Maxidone 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.

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

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

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

Maxidone Interactions

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

Check with your physician before combining Maxidone 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.

Maxidone and Pregnancy

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

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

Maxidone 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
Maxidone is not recommended for children.

Maxidone Overdose

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