Review the side-effects of Acetaminophen and Propoxyphene as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Nervous system - Dizziness, light-headedness, drowsiness, sedation, confusion, mood changes, seizures and hallucinations.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, stomach upset, stomach pain, gastrointestinal bleeding, loss of appetite, vomiting and constipation.
Heart - Palpitations, chest pain, fast or slow heart rate, decreased blood pressure, feeling like you might pass out, cardiac/respiratory arrest, congestive arrest, congestive heart failure (CHF), and myocardial infarction (MI).
Eye - Blurred vision and eye swelling.
Skin- Rash, itching.
Miscellaneous- Dry mouth, weakness, itching, liver dysfunction and dark urine.
Propoxyphene may be habit-forming and should be used only by the prescribed person. Should never share this medication with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction.
Do not use this medication if the patient is on sodium oxybate.
Endocet, Darvocet-N 100, Darvocet A500, Dolene AP, Magnacet, Propacet, Narvox, Percocet, Perloxx, Primalev, Roxicet, Roxilox, Tylox,Trycet and Xolox. Withdrawn from US market.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Nervous system - Dizziness, light-headedness, drowsiness, sedation, confusion, mood changes, seizures and hallucinations.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, stomach upset, stomach pain, gastrointestinal bleeding, loss of appetite, vomiting and constipation.
Heart - Palpitations, chest pain, fast or slow heart rate, decreased blood pressure, feeling like you might pass out, cardiac/respiratory arrest, congestive arrest, congestive heart failure (CHF), and myocardial infarction (MI).
Eye - Blurred vision and eye swelling.
Skin- Rash, itching.
Miscellaneous- Dry mouth, weakness, itching, liver dysfunction and dark urine.
Other Precautions :
Avoid alcohol consumption.Propoxyphene may be habit-forming and should be used only by the prescribed person. Should never share this medication with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction.
Do not use this medication if the patient is on sodium oxybate.
Drug Name : Acetaminophen and Propoxyphene
Acetaminophen or paracetamol helps to treat fever, reduce mild to moderate pain and propoxyphene is a narcotic (sleep-inducing) analgesic prescribed for treating moderate to severe pain. Propoxyphene is a habit-forming drug and this combination is used only when it is required.Brand Names or Trade Names of Acetaminophen and Propoxyphene
International :
Endocet, Darvocet-N 100, Darvocet A500, Dolene AP, Magnacet, Propacet, Narvox, Percocet, Perloxx, Primalev, Roxicet, Roxilox, Tylox,Trycet and Xolox. Withdrawn from US market.
