Vituz (Oral)

Hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine mix is made use of to eliminate cough and nasal congestion (stuffy nose) related to the cold or allergy in grownups.

Hydrocodone is a narcotic antitussive (coughing suppressant). It acts directly on the coughing facility in the brain to eliminate cough. Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine, which is made use of to eliminate or stop signs of an allergic reaction.

When hydrocodone is used for a long period of time, it might become habit-forming, creating psychological or physical dependence. Physical dependence may result in withdrawal negative effects if therapy is quit unexpectedly.

This medication is readily available just with your physician's prescription.

It is extremely essential that your doctor inspect your development while you are utilizing this medicine. This will permit your medical professional to see if the medicine is functioning effectively and to choose if you must continue to take it. If your cough does not enhance or if it worsens within 5 days, call your medical professional.

Do not utilize this medication if you are using or have utilized an MAO inhibitor (MAOI) such as Eldepryl ®, Marplan ®, Nardil ®, or Parnate ® within the past 14 days.

This medicine may be addictive. If you really feel that the medication is not functioning too, do not make use of greater than your recommended dose. Call your medical professional for directions.

This medicine might make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything else that might be dangerous until you recognize how this medication affects you.

Talk to your physician prior to using this medicine with alcohol or various other medicines that influence the main nerves (CNS). Using alcohol or other medicines that affect the CNS may aggravate the negative effects of this medicine, such as lightheadedness, inadequate focus, drowsiness, unusual desires, and problem with sleeping. Some examples of medications that affect the CNS are antihistamines or medicine for allergic reactions or colds, sedatives, tranquilizers, or sleeping medicines, medicine for depression, medicine for anxiousness, prescription discomfort medicine or narcotics, medicine for attention deficit and hyperactivity problem, medicine for seizures or barbiturates, muscular tissue depressants, or anesthetics, consisting of some oral anesthetics.

If you assume you or somebody else might have taken an overdose of this medicine, get emergency assistance at the same time. Signs and symptoms of an overdose include extreme dizziness or weakness, sluggish heartbeat or breathing, seizures, problem breathing, and cold, clammy skin. Call your physician immediately if you notice these symptoms.

Utilizing this medicine can cause serious bowel irregularity. To stop this, your physician might guide you to take laxatives, consume a great deal of liquids, or increase the quantity of fiber in your diet plan. Be sure to follow the instructions very carefully, since continuing constipation can lead to much more major problems.

Wooziness, faintness, or fainting might happen when you stand up unexpectedly from an existing or resting position. Rising slowly may help lessen this problem. Likewise, relaxing for some time might ease the lightheadedness or faintness.

Utilizing this medication while you are expecting may trigger severe unwanted results, including neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome in your newborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you think you are expecting or if you prepare to conceive while using this medicine.

This medication may trigger adrenal insufficiency. Check with your doctor immediately if you have dimming of the skin, diarrhea, dizziness, fainting, anorexia nervosa, psychological clinical depression, queasiness, skin breakout, uncommon tiredness or weakness, or throwing up.

If you are specifically sensitive to the results of this medication, do not unexpectedly quit utilizing it without very first monitoring with your doctor. Your medical professional may want you to slowly lower the quantity you are making use of before stopping it completely. This may help in reducing the possibility of withdrawal signs, such as abdominal or stomach cramps, anxiousness, high temperature, nausea, dripping nose, sweating, tremblings, or problem resting.

Making use of way too much of this medication might create the inability to conceive (incapable to have youngsters). Talk with your medical professional prior to utilizing this medicine if you prepare to have youngsters.

Make sure any kind of doctor or dental professional that treats you understands that you are utilizing this medicine.

Do not take various other medications unless they have been talked about with your physician. This consists of prescription or nonprescription (non-prescription [OTC] medications and herbal or vitamin supplements.

In determining to utilize a medication, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed versus the excellent it will do. This is a choice you and your medical professional will make. For this medicine, the adhering to should be taken into consideration:

Allergies

Inform your physician if you have ever before had any type of unusual or allergy to this medicine or any other medicines. Likewise tell your healthcare specialist if you have any other sorts of allergic reactions, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or pets. For non-prescription products, reviewed the tag or package ingredients meticulously.

Pediatric

The use of hydrocodone in kids more youthful than 6 years old has actually triggered significant breathing issues, sometimes causing death. Hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine mix is not suggested for use in youngsters younger than 18 years old. Safety and security and efficacy have actually not been established.

Geriatric

Ideal research studies performed to date have actually not shown geriatric-specific issues that would certainly limit the efficiency of hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine mix in the elderly. Nevertheless, elderly people are most likely to establish age-related kidney, liver, or heart issues, which may call for care and a modification in the dose for individuals getting this medication.

Breast Feeding

There are no appropriate research studies in females for identifying baby risk when utilizing this medicine throughout breastfeeding. Evaluate the potential advantages versus the possible dangers before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

Although certain medications need to not be made use of with each other in any way, in other instances two different medications may be made use of together even if an interaction may happen. In these instances, your doctor might wish to alter the dosage, or various other safety measures might be essential. When you are taking this medication, it is particularly crucial that your health care expert know if you are taking any of the medicines listed here. The complying with interactions have been chosen on the basis of their prospective relevance and are not necessarily extensive.

Using this medication with any one of the complying with medications is not recommended. Your medical professional might choose not to treat you with this medicine or transform some of the other medications you take.

• Nalmefene
• Naltrexone
• Potassium Citrate
• Safinamide
• Samidorphan
• Tranylcypromine

Using this medication with any of the following medications is typically not advised, but might be required in many cases. If both medicines are recommended together, your doctor may transform the dose or how often you use one or both of the medications.

• Abametapir
• Acepromazine
• Alfentanil
• Almotriptan
• Alprazolam
• Amantadine
• Amifampridine
• Amineptine
• Amiodarone
• Amitriptyline
• Amitriptylinoxide
• Amobarbital
• Amoxapine
• Amphetamine
• Amprenavir
• Anileridine
• Aprepitant
• Aripiprazole
• Armodafinil
• Asenapine
• Atazanavir
• Baclofen
• Benperidol
• Benzhydrocodone
• Benzphetamine
• Boceprevir
• Bosentan
• Bromazepam
• Bromopride
• Brompheniramine
• Buprenorphine
• Bupropion
• Buspirone
• Butabarbital
• Butorphanol
• Calcium Oxybate
• Cannabidiol
• Cannabis
• Carbamazepine
• Carbinoxamine
• Carisoprodol
• Carphenazine
• Ceritinib
• Cetirizine
• Chloral Hydrate
• Chlordiazepoxide
• Chlorpheniramine
• Chlorpromazine
• Chlorzoxazone
• Ciprofloxacin
• Citalopram
• Clarithromycin
• Clobazam
• Clomipramine
• Clonazepam
• Clopidogrel
• Clorazepate
• Clozapine
• Cobicistat
• Cocaine
• Codeine
• Conivaptan
• Crizotinib
• Cyclobenzaprine
• Cyclosporine
• Daridorexant
• Darunavir
• Dasabuvir
• Delavirdine
• Desipramine
• Desmopressin
• Desvenlafaxine
• Dexamethasone
• Dexmedetomidine
• Dextroamphetamine
• Dextromethorphan
• Dezocine
• Diazepam
• Dibenzepin
• Dichloralphenazone
• Difenoxin
• Dihydrocodeine
• Diltiazem
• Diphenhydramine
• Diphenoxylate
• Dolasetron
• Donepezil
• Doxepin
• Doxylamine
• Dronedarone
• Droperidol
• Duloxetine
• Efavirenz
• Eletriptan
• Enflurane
• Enzalutamide
• Erythromycin
• Escitalopram
• Esketamine
• Eslicarbazepine Acetate
• Estazolam
• Eszopiclone
• Ethchlorvynol
• Ethopropazine
• Ethylmorphine
• Etravirine
• Fedratinib
• Fenfluramine
• Fentanyl
• Fexinidazole
• Flibanserin
• Fluconazole
• Fluoxetine
• Fluphenazine
• Flurazepam
• Fluspirilene
• Fluvoxamine
• Fosamprenavir
• Fosaprepitant
• Fosnetupitant
• Fosphenytoin
• Fospropofol
• Frovatriptan
• Furazolidone
• Gabapentin
• Gabapentin Enacarbil
• Gepirone
• Glucagon
• Glycopyrrolate
• Glycopyrronium Tosylate
• Granisetron
• Halazepam
• Haloperidol
• Halothane
• Hexobarbital
• Hydrocodone
• Hydromorphone
• Hydroxyamphetamine
• Hydroxytryptophan
• Hydroxyzine
• Idelalisib
• Imatinib
• Imipramine
• Indinavir
• Iproniazid
• Isocarboxazid
• Isoflurane
• Itraconazole
• Ivacaftor
• Ketamine
• Ketazolam
• Ketobemidone
• Ketoconazole
• Lacosamide
• Lasmiditan
• Lemborexant
• Lenacapavir
• Levocetirizine
• Levomilnacipran
• Levorphanol
• Linezolid
• Lisdexamfetamine
• Lithium
• Lofepramine
• Lofexidine
• Lomitapide
• Lopinavir
• Lorazepam
• Lorcaserin
• Loxapine
• Lumacaftor
• Magnesium Oxybate
• Mavacamten
• Meclizine
• Melitracen
• Melperone
• Meperidine
• Mephobarbital
• Meprobamate
• Meptazinol
• Mesoridazine
• Metaxalone
• Methacholine
• Methadone
• Methamphetamine
• Methdilazine
• Methocarbamol
• Methohexital
• Methotrimeprazine
• Methylene Blue
• Metoclopramide
• Mibefradil
• Midazolam
• Mifepristone
• Milnacipran
• Mirtazapine
• Mitotane
• Moclobemide
• Modafinil
• Molindone
• Moricizine
• Morphine
• Morphine Sulfate Liposome
• Nafcillin
• Nalbuphine
• Naratriptan
• Nefazodone
• Nelfinavir
• Netupitant
• Nevirapine
• Nialamide
• Nicomorphine
• Nilotinib
• Nitrazepam
• Nitrous Oxide
• Nortriptyline
• Olanzapine
• Omaveloxolone
• Ombitasvir
• Ondansetron
• Opipramol
• Opium
• Opium Alkaloids
• Orphenadrine
• Oxazepam
• Oxcarbazepine
• Oxycodone
• Oxymorphone
• Ozanimod
• Palbociclib
• Palonosetron
• Papaveretum
• Paregoric
• Paritaprevir
• Paroxetine
• Pentazocine
• Pentobarbital
• Perampanel
• Perazine
• Periciazine
• Perphenazine
• Phenelzine
• Phenobarbital
• Phenytoin
• Piperacetazine
• Pipotiazine
• Piritramide
• Pitolisant
• Posaconazole
• Potassium Oxybate
• Prazepam
• Prednisone
• Pregabalin
• Primidone
• Procarbazine
• Prochlorperazine
• Promazine
• Promethazine
• Propofol
• Protriptyline
• Quazepam
• Quetiapine
• Ramelteon
• Ranitidine
• Ranolazine
• Rasagiline
• Remifentanil
• Remimazolam
• Remoxipride
• Revefenacin
• Rifabutin
• Rifampin
• Rifapentine
• Ritonavir
• Rizatriptan
• Ropeginterferon Alfa-2b-njft
• Saquinavir
• Scopolamine
• Secobarbital
• Secretin Human
• Selegiline
• Sertindole
• Sertraline
• Sibutramine
• Sodium Oxybate
• St John's Wort
• Sufentanil
• Sulpiride
• Sumatriptan
• Suvorexant
• Tapentadol
• Telaprevir
• Telithromycin
• Temazepam
• Thiethylperazine
• Thiopental
• Thiopropazate
• Thioridazine
• Tianeptine
• Tilidine
• Tiotropium
• Tizanidine
• Tolonium Chloride
• Topiramate
• Tramadol
• Tranylcypromine
• Trazodone
• Triazolam
• Trifluoperazine
• Trifluperidol
• Triflupromazine
• Trimeprazine
• Trimipramine
• Tryptophan
• Venlafaxine
• Verapamil
• Vilazodone
• Voriconazole
• Vortioxetine
• Zaleplon
• Ziprasidone
• Zolmitriptan
• Zolpidem
• Zopiclone
• Zotepine
• Zuranolone

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Specific medications need to not be used at or around the time of eating food or consuming particular kinds of food because communications may take place. Making use of alcohol or tobacco with certain medications may additionally cause communications to happen. The adhering to communications have actually been chosen on the basis of their prospective significance and are not always all-encompassing.

Using this medicine with any one of the complying with is typically not recommended, however may be unavoidable in some cases. If made use of together, your doctor might transform the dosage or exactly how frequently you use this medication, or provide you unique directions concerning the use of food, alcohol, or tobacco.

• Ethanol
• Grapefruit Juice

Other Medical Problems

The existence of various other clinical troubles may affect using this medicine. See to it you inform your doctor if you have any other clinical troubles, specifically:

• Acute pancreatitis (swelling of the pancreatic) or
• Addison's condition (adrenal gland trouble) or
• Alcohol abuse, or history of or
• Drug reliance, particularly numbing misuse or dependence, or background of or
• Enlarged prostate (eg, BPH, prostatic hypertrophy) or
• Gallbladder condition or
• Increased pressure in the head or
• Lung or breathing troubles (eg, COPD) or
• Problems with passing urine or
• Thyroid condition-- Use with care. May make these conditions worse.

• Asthma, acute or severe or
• Stomach or bowel blockage (eg, paralytic ileus), understood or suspected or
• Respiratory depression (very sluggish breathing)-- Should not be used in individuals with these problems.

• Brain lump or
• Head injuries or
• Increased pressure in the head or
• Stomach troubles, severe-- Some of the negative effects of hydrocodone can trigger serious problems in people that have these conditions.

• Kidney illness, severe or
• Liver illness, extreme-- Use with caution. The effects may be boosted due to slower removal of the medicine from the body.

Together with its needed results, a medication may cause some unwanted effects. Although not every one of these adverse effects may occur, if they do happen they may need medical interest.

Get in touch with your medical professional instantly if any of the adhering to side effects happen:

Occurrence not known

• Bloating
• bowel irregularity
• reduction in the regularity or amount of urination
• problem in passing pee (dribbling).
• spasm of the throat.
• tummy pains or pain.
• rigidity of the breast.
• problem breathing.
• throwing up.

Get emergency assistance promptly if any of the adhering to symptoms of overdose take place:.

Signs of overdose.

• Blurred vision.
• upper body discomfort or discomfort.
• cold and clammy skin.
• complication.
• lightheadedness, fatigue, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting setting.
• severe drowsiness or unusual sleepiness.
• uneven, quick or slow-moving, or shallow breathing.
• no muscular tissue tone or motion.
• pale or blue lips, finger nails, or skin.
• sluggish or uneven heart beat.
• sweating.
• uncommon exhaustion or weakness.

Some side effects may take place that typically do not need clinical interest. These side effects may disappear throughout therapy as your body gets used to the medicine. Additionally, your healthcare specialist might have the ability to inform you regarding means to avoid or decrease some of these negative effects. Consult your healthcare expert if any one of the following adverse effects proceed or are bothersome or if you have any type of questions concerning them:.

More common.

• Anxiety or irritation.
• dizziness.
• drowsiness.
• dry mouth.
• migraine.
• uneven heartbeat.
• queasiness.
• sleepiness or unusual sleepiness.

Occurrence not understood.

• Chills.
• fast heartbeat.
• high temperature.
• flushing or redness of the skin.
• hives or welts, itching skin, or rash.
• stomach discomfort or upset.

Other side results not provided might additionally take place in some patients. If you observe any type of various other effects, get in touch with your healthcare specialist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You might report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In the U.S.

• Vituz.

Readily Available Dosage Forms:.

• Solution.

Therapeutic Class: Antitussive, Opioid/Antihistamine Combination.

Pharmacologic Class: Chlorpheniramine.

Chemical Class: Hydrocodone.

Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. If too much of this medicine is taken for a long time, it may become habit-forming (causing mental or physical dependence) or cause an overdose.

This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Read and follow the instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.

Measure the oral liquid correctly using the marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. The average household teaspoon may not hold the right amount of liquid. Ask your pharmacist for instructions for measuring the correct dose of this medicine.

Dosing

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

• For oral dosage form (solution):For relief of cough, sneezing, or runny or stuffy nose: Adults—5 milliliters (mL) every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Do not take more than 4 doses (20 mL) in 24 hours. Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.

Drop off any unused narcotic medicine at a drug take-back location right away. If you do not have a drug take-back location near you, flush any unused narcotic medicine down the toilet. Check your local drug store and clinics for take-back locations. You can also check the DEA web site for locations. Here is the link to the FDA safe disposal of medicines website: www.fda.gov/drugs/resourcesforyou/consumers/buyingusingmedicinesafely/ensuringsafeuseofmedicine/safedisposalofmedicines/ucm186187.htm