Can mixing Vicodin and Xanax be lethal?
Anything can be lethal if taken in enough excess. There are many patients that I deal with on a daily basis who are on both hydrocodone and alprazolam or another combo of an opiate and benzo as maintenance drugs. So it is not something that is unheard of at all, and it is pretty common. There are always contraindications for mixing the two in regards to patient specific information, such as other meds, health conditions, etc. So, you should never start "self medicating". You need to seek the approval of your GP or treating physician, as just because the benzo/opiate combo is acceptable for 9 out of every 10 patients, you could be the one person it is not, and in that event, then yes, it could lead to life threatening complications. Just keep in mind that the opioid agonsit in Vicodin (hydrocodone) has the side effect of CNS (Central Nervous System) depression. The CNS controls all of your vital functions such as heart rate, respiration, etc. Now understand that Xanax (alprazolam) also has the side effect of depressing the CNS, so with that being said, when taking both, the risk for supressing the CNS too much becomes increased. In the event that the CNS becomes too greatly supressed, a patient can go into respiratory arrest which will lead to cardiac arrest and death, if the proper treatment (naloxone) is not administered in time. So, this is why I stress you check with your doctor on the mixing of the two, because you will need to make sure you are an acceptable patient for such a drug combo and also to determine what dosages will be the most effictive and safe for you. PS. I think the other person is confusing Xanax with Zyrtec or something, because Xanax is not a drug for allergies, it is a benzo and is a sedative used primarily for anxiety and other psych disorders.
Can mixing Vicodin and Xanax be lethal?
Mixing any drug with any other drug is potentially lethal if you are a DYI kind of person who acts without advice from a medical practitioner. Xanax and hydrocodone have no interaction, per se, but they both depress the respiratory system as dosages go up. The two taken together should pose a very low danger potential if taken under the supervision of the person who prescribed them.
Can you take Ambien and Vicodin together? Could there be any side effects?
If Heath Ledger and Micael Jackson were still alive they’d tell you it’s an awesome combination when enjoyed in moderation.In moderation effects would include drowsiness, analgesia, euphoria, an inability to speak without dribbling. The warnings on the bottles against driving or operating heavy machinery should be taken at face value. Shame another side effect is a tendency not to read in focus too easily or remember what you read, or follow sensible advice given by others for your benefit.Side effects in non-moderation include death and candlelit vigils in your honour by complete strangers (but only if you happen to be a pop legend or Hollywood superstar, otherwise you get a column inch on page 17 of your towns local newspaper.)If you happen to be prescribed benzodiazepines and propofol as well, then take special care.Most likely scenario is you couch out and fall asleep and feel a little groggy when you wake up.
Can I die if I mix xanax and zoloft together?
While Xanax interacts unfavorably with a variety of drugs, its interactions appear to be minor with Zoloft. It is not rare for doctors to prescribe some drugs together. However, as with taking any SSRI (selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor that works by blocking re-absorption of serotonin in the body) like Zoloft, there is a risk that too much serotonin might be present in the body. This condition is called Serotonin Syndrome. While it is rare, the risk is there. Serotonin Syndrome is a pretty serious problem and can be fatal if not treated. Like Jeffrey said, make sure you keep your doctor informed of any reactions or side effects you make suffer while on the medicines.
Xanax and Vicodin...?
Those are very small doses and shouldn't have had that dramatic of an effect on you. They should be okay taken together in such small doses for most people. You should call a pharmacist and ask his opinion. If your doctor didn't clear it and you feel uncomfortable about it you shouldn't take them together. Xanax is a very addictive drug and if it something you are going to have to take regularly I would suggest switching to another anti-anxiety medication.
Vicodin, Xanax, Topamax, and Ambien. Are they safe together?
If your family doctor has "messed up" on your medication before I highly recommend you get a new one. Having said that, aside from an odd and extreme reaction that is unlikely to occur, it should be perfectly safe to take. Vicodin lasts 4-hrs so it is starting to dissipate, not to mention that many people take opioid narcotics like Vicodin with drugs like Ambien and/or Xanax. Many people with chronic pain on much larger doses of opioids often have insomnia and/or anxiety problems. Your Xanax dose is low so that is not much of an issue and both Xanax and Ambien have mild effects on things like breathing unless mixed with a bunch of opioids or other drugs (ie Ambien, Xanax, and 50 Vicodin would be very dangerous). The Topamax will likely cause some extra sedation but that is about it. Out of curiosity why are you on Topamax and why are you taking Xanax AND Ambien at the same time? Just so you know, and you may want to talk with your psychiatrist about it, Xanax- although it can be sedating- will negatively alter sleep architecture. To put it another way, Xanax changes the quality of your sleep so you spend more time in sleep stages N1 and N2 (light sleep). It decreases time spend in N3 (delta wave or deep sleep) and in rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. N3 and REM are the most important parts of your sleep, and if you are spending more time in N1 and N2 your sleep quality is less and you will likely not feel as rested. It is not uncommon for people to stop going into N3 sleep completely, causing significant problems. You might talk to your doctor about taking the Xanax earlier. This is why Xanax is not approved for insomnia. Ambien, on the other hand, does not alter sleep patterns and is a great hypnotic.
Can you take Vicodin and aspirin together? What would be some side effects?
You can safely take aspirin with Vicodin. Vicodin is hydrocodone and acetaminophen (Tylenol), which are both different from aspirin. They work in different ways and will not interact with each other in any negative way.You should not take any other medication containing acetaminophen with Vicodin, and you should not combine aspirin with naproxen or ibuprofen.
Is it safe to take Xanax and Vicodin in the same day?
I think 1 vicodin will be enough to knock that headache out.
Zanaflex, vicodin and xanax....?
There should be no adverse drug interactions and the zanaflex is not as strong as a soma. Taking vicodin, soma, and xanax is a common practice in houston and within reason,no harm is done. But the zanaflex is intended to me a muscle relaxer, and the reason the xanax improves the vicodin is due to its muscle relaxing properties. Xanax is a tranquilizer. So that being said, you CAN take all three at once, but do you really need to? Your call