The following information is a summary about Ultracet.
It is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
Ultracet USES
Ultracet is used for pain relief.
Ultracet DIRECTIONS
Take your Ultracet by mouth as prescribed. It is usually
taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Use Ultracet exactly
as prescribed. Do not increase your dose, use it more
frequently or use it for a longer period of time than
prescribed because this drug can be habit-forming. Also,
if used for an extended period of time, do not suddenly
stop using this drug without your doctor's approval.
When used for extended periods, Ultracet may not work
as well and may require different dosing. Consult your
doctor if Ultracet stops working well.
Ultracet SIDE EFFECTS
Ultracet may cause dizziness, weakness, incoordination,
nausea or vomiting, stomach upset, constipation, headache,
drowsiness, anxiety, irritability, dry mouth, or increased
sweating. If any of these effects persist or worsen,
inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop
any of these serious effects while taking Ultracet: chest
pain, rapid heart rate, skin rash or itching, mental
confusion, disorientation, seizures, tingling of the
hands or feet, trouble breathing. In the unlikely event
you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate
medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include:
rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor or pharmacist.
Ultracet PRECAUTIONS
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of:
kidney disease, liver disease, seizure disorder, lung
disease, history of drug or alcohol dependency, any allergies
you may have. Limit alcohol as it may add to the dizziness
or drowsiness effects caused by Ultracet. Because this
drug may make you dizzy/drowsy, use caution performing
tasks requiring alertness such as driving. Caution is
advised when using this drug in the elderly because they
may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug. Ultracet
should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Ultracet
is excreted into breast milk. Because the effects on
a nursing infant are not known, consult your doctor before
breast- feeding.
Ultracet DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription
meds you may use, especially of: carbamazepine, narcotic
pain relievers (e.g., codeine), drugs used to aid sleep,
antidepressants (e.g., SSRI-types such as fluoxetine
or fluvoxamine), MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone,
linezolid, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine),
psychiatric medicine (e.g., nefazodone), "triptan"-type
drugs, anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), sibutramine.
Also, report use of certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine)
which are also present in many cough-and-cold products.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist
approval.
Ultracet OVERDOSE
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately.
Ultracet NOTES
Do not share Ultracet with others. Medical examinations
including the nose are generally performed during prolonged
use of this product to check for side effects. Inform
all your doctors you use (or have used) Ultracet.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, use Ultracet as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed
dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the
dose to catch up.
Ultracet STORAGE
Store Ultracet at room temperature between 36 and 77
degrees F (2 -25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
