2006-10-09 02:30:13 · 2 answers · asked by Ruth R 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
Propoxyphene
(proe POX i feen)
Darvon, Darvon-N, PP-Cap
Propoxyphene will cause drowsiness and fatigue. Avoid alcohol, sleeping pills, antihistamines, sedatives, and tranquilizers except under the supervision of your doctor. These may also make you drowsy.
• Propoxyphene will also cause constipation. Drink plenty of water (six to eight full glasses a day) to lessen this side effect. Increasing the amount of fiber in your diet can also help to alleviate constipation.
2006-10-09 09:59:07 · answer #1 · answered by swomedicineman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The number one thing to remember with Darvocet or propoxyphene ... never drink alcohol while taking this schedule IV narcotic. About 6 years ago there was a significant increase in the number of deaths associated with people drinking while on this medication. While considered a relatively safe pain medication it's interaction with alcohol is very dangerous.
2006-10-10 07:01:00 · answer #2 · answered by iraq51 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋