PC-Cap (Oral)
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PC-Cap (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information
PC-Cap (Oral)
PC-Cap (Oral) Medication Classification
NARCOTIC ANALGESICS AND ASPIRIN (By mouth)
PC-Cap (Oral) Brandname
Endodan, Percodan, Damason-P, Synalgos-DC, Darvon Compound-65, PC-Cap, Darvon Compound 32
PC-Cap (Oral) is used for the Treatment
Treat pain.
When To Not Use PC-Cap (Oral)
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to narcotic drugs (such as codeine, hydrocodone, or Demerol®), aspirin, or Advil®, Alleve®, Tolectin®, or Voltaren®. Aspirin should not be given to children or teenagers with fever or symptoms of the flu or a viral infection unless approved by your child's doctor. This drug should not be taken if you have active stomach ulcers or a bleeding disorder.
How Should You Use PC-Cap (Oral)
Capsule, Tablet
- Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
- Take with food and a large glass of water. If a dose is missed:
- Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
- Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
Proper PC-Cap (Oral) Storage
Store PC-Cap (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep PC-Cap (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using PC-Cap (Oral)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Avoid drinking alcohol.
- Check with your doctor before taking this medicine if you are currently taking Coumadin®, or medicines that can make you sleepy such as sleeping pills, muscle relaxants, tranquilizers, cough and cold medicines, or other pain-killers.
PC-Cap (Oral) Warnings
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you have any other medical problems, such as colitis, emphysema, asthma, hepatitis or other liver diseases, heart, lung, or blood disease, or stomach ulcer.
- This medicine can be habit-forming - You should not use more than the prescribed amount.
- If you have taken this medicine for several weeks, do not stop taking it suddenly without asking your doctor. You may need to take smaller and smaller doses before completely stopping this medicine.
- This medicine may cause drowsiness. If it does, be careful while driving a car or using machinery.
PC-Cap (Oral) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Black or tarry stools
- Trouble urinating
- Ringing in ears
- Very fast, slow, or pounding heartbeat
- Trouble breathing
- Severe stomach pain, vomiting up material that looks like coffee grounds
- Severe drowsiness, confusion
- Changes in behavior If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Dizziness or drowsiness
- Tiredness or weakness
- Nausea or vomiting, indigestion
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
- Nervousness
