CODEINE/ASA/PHENOBARBITAL - ORAL side effects, medical uses, and drug interactions.

CODEINE/ASA/PHENOBARBITAL-ORAL

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GENERIC NAME: CODEINE/ASA/PHENOBARBITAL - ORAL (KO-deen/ASP-er-in/fee-no-BARB-ih-tall)

WARNING: Children and teenagers should not use aspirin, aspirin- containing or aspirin-related medications for flu symptoms or chickenpox without first consulting a doctor. A rare but serious illness known as Reye's syndrome may occur.

USES: This medication is used for mild to moderate pain.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth as directed. If stomach upset occurs, this may be taken with food or milk. Take this medication with a full (8 oz or 240 ml) of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this drug. Use this medication exactly as prescribed. Do not increase your dose, use it more frequently or use it for a longer period of time without your doctor's approval. Also, if used for a long period of time at high doses, do not suddenly stop using this without first consulting your doctor. When used for extended periods, this medication may not work as well and may require different dosing. Consult your doctor if the medication isn't relieving the pain sufficiently.

SIDE EFFECTS: Stomach upset, drowsiness, sleepiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, blurred vision and constipation may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop: vomiting, easy bruising or bleeding, dark urine, yellowing eyes or skin, black stools, mental confusion, ringing in the ears, mood changes, depression. 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.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, liver disease, blood disorders, asthma, nasal polyps, ulcers, thyroid disease, diabetes, drug dependency, any allergies. Because this medication contains aspirin, children and teenagers should not take this drug if they have chickenpox, influenza or any undiagnosed illness without first consulting a doctor about Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Use caution performing tasks requiring alertness if this medication makes you drowsy. Limit alcohol intake. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. This medicine may cause stomach bleeding. Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with this medicine, may increase your risk for stomach bleeding. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Aspirin is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this medication. This medication is excreted into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.