| What is Ultracet?
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Ultracet is used to treat moderate to severe pain for a period of five days or less. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Ultracet?
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Ultracet side effects may include constipation, increased sweating, and
sleepiness. If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. Less common Ultracet side effects may include abdominal pain,
anxiety, appetite loss, confusion, dizziness, dry mouth, exaggerated
feeling of well-being, fatigue, gas, headache, hot flushes, indigestion,
insomnia, itching, nausea, nervousness, prostate disorders, rash, tremor,
vomiting, and weakness. Rare Ultracet side effects may include abnormal
thinking, abnormal vision, amnesia, anemia, burning or prickling skin,
chest pain, chills, convulsions, coordination problems, dark or bloody
stools or vomit, depersonalization, depression, difficulty breathing,
difficulty swallowing, drug abuse, emotional instability, fainting,
hallucination, high blood pressure, impotence, involuntary muscle
contractions, irregular or rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure, migraines
or worsening of existing migraines, morbid dreams, muscle rigidity,
palpitation, ringing in the ears, stupor, swollen tongue, urinary
problems, vertigo, weight decrease, and withdrawal syndrome. |
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| How is Ultracet taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Ultracet provided by your doctor. Follow
dosage recommendations strictly, and stop taking the drug as soon as
possible. Take this drug only as needed. Do not take two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Ultracet with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Ultracet. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Ultracet with
acetaminophen-containing products, antidepressant drugs classified as MAO inhibitors,
antipsychotic drugs, carbamazepine, cyclobenzaprine, digoxin, other narcotic pain relievers,
promethazine, serotonin-boosting antidepressants, sleep aids,
tranquilizers, tricyclic antidepressants, or warfarin. |
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| How should I store Ultracet?
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Store Ultracet at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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