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Can Nyquil Be Taken Along With Tamiflu And Acetaminophen?
My daugher has just been diagnosed with influenza A. she is taking Tamiflu, cough medicine, ibuprofen/acetominophen. Can she take Nyquil or a decongestant at the same time? She has pain in the back of her head and chest heaviness, ears crackling, is all this caused by the flu?
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Hi,
Active ingredients of Nyquil: Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan & Doxylamine succinate have no known drug interaction with either Tamiflu or ibuprofen. Hence, can be taken as a supportive drug in influenza. However, Dextromethorphan and Doxylamine may cause drowsiness due to additive action.
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Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
Active ingredients of Nyquil: Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan & Doxylamine succinate have no known drug interaction with either Tamiflu or ibuprofen. Hence, can be taken as a supportive drug in influenza. However, Dextromethorphan and Doxylamine may cause drowsiness due to additive action.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
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