Zydone Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information
Zydone is used for the relief of mild to moderately severe pain. Main ingredients in Zydone are Hydrocodone Bitartrate plus
Acetaminophen.
Zydone combines a narcotic-analgesic
(Hydrocodone Bitartrate) with a non-narcotic analgesic
(Acetaminophen) which can also be used for reducing fever. Zydone is usually given when Acetaminophen alone is not effective. However, Zydone is not effective against Arthritis or other pain caused by inflammation.
Zydone Side Effects
Zydone side effects include lightheadedness, nausea,
vomiting, constipation, and shortness of breath. Other Zydone side effects may include allergic reactions,
anxiety, depression, mania, drowsiness, mood changes, and
restlessness.
Zydone Side Effects Reporting
If you experience any Zydone 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.
Zydone Caution
Zydone 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.
Zydone can make you drowsy. Do not drive a vehicle or operate
machinery until you know how Zydone affects you.
If you ever had an head injury, stomach problems, or lung disease,
discuss with your doctor before taking Zydone .
If you are pregnant or nursing, let your doctor know about it
before taking Zydone .
Zydone Interactions
Hydrocodone in Zydone slows the nerve cell response. Alcohol will
definitely enhance this effect.
Check with your physician before combining Zydone 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. Johnâs wort.
Zydone and Pregnancy
High doses of Acetaminophen in Zydone could be problematic during pregnancy. Zydone may pass into breast milk. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed or wait at least 4-6 hours after their last dose.
Zydone 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
Zydone is not recommended for children.
Zydone Overdose
Symptoms of Zydone 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, vomiting. In case of Zydone overdose, seek emergency medical attention
right away.
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