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Norco and Prematurity

Result of checking the interaction of drug Norco and disease Prematurity for safety when used together.

Check result:

Norco <> Prematurity

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

The use of narcotic (opioid) analgesic agents is contraindicated in premature infants. These agents may cross the immature blood-brain barrier to a greater extent than in adults, resulting in disproportionate respiratory depression.

References:

"Multum Information Services, Inc. Expert Review Panel"
"Product Information. Calcidrine (codeine)." Abbott Pharmaceutical, Abbott Park, IL.

Norco

Generic Name: acetaminophen / hydrocodone

Brand Name: Hycet, Lorcet, Lortab 10/325, Lortab 5/325, Lortab 75/325, Lortab Elixir, Norco, Verdrocet, Vicodin, Xodol, Anexsia, Dolorex Forte, Liquicet, Lortab, Maxidone, Polygesic, Stagesic, Zamicet, Zydone, Zyfrel

Synonyms: n.a.

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