CODEINE PHOSPHATE INJECTION (cont.)
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any nonprescription or prescription medication you may take particularly: other narcotic pain relievers, tranquilizers or medication for sleep, medication for anxiety or depression, cimetidine. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include cold and clammy skin, slowed breathing, slowed heartbeat, drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, deep sleep, and loss of consciousness.
NOTES: This is a potent medication. Do not share this with anyone.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it 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.
STORAGE: Store this medication at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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