Acetaminophen and Propoxyphene- Side effect(s)

Read the side effects of Acetaminophen and Propoxyphene as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult 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.
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