Drug interactions
Hydrocodone + Methylphenidate
Severity: Minor
Hydrocodone and Methylphenidate: minor interaction.
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Summary
Methylphenidate raises synaptic dopamine and norepinephrine, and a serotonergic interaction with hydrocodone is only theoretical. The pair is commonly used together without major problems, though sedation can be masked.
What this interaction means in plain words
Hydrocodone and Methylphenidate have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Hydrocodone belongs to Musculoskeletal; Methylphenidate belongs to Central Nervous System.
Why it happens
Theoretical additive monoaminergic effects; mechanism not well established.
What to do
No routine change is needed. Watch for agitation or other signs of serotonin toxicity if symptoms appear.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Other interactions of Hydrocodone
- Alvimopan + Hydrocodone Contraindicated
- Bupropion-naltrexone + Hydrocodone Contraindicated
- Hydrocodone + Isocarboxazid Contraindicated
- Hydrocodone + Olanzapine / samidorphan Contraindicated
- Hydrocodone + Phenelzine Contraindicated
- Alfentanil + Hydrocodone Major
Other interactions of Methylphenidate
- Isocarboxazid + Methylphenidate Contraindicated
- Linezolid + Methylphenidate Contraindicated
- Methylphenidate + Phenelzine Contraindicated
- Methylphenidate + Procarbazine Contraindicated
- Methylphenidate + Rasagiline Contraindicated
- Methylphenidate + Safinamide Contraindicated
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Hydrocodone with Methylphenidate?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Hydrocodone and Methylphenidate have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Methylphenidate raises synaptic dopamine and norepinephrine, and a serotonergic interaction with hydrocodone is only theoretical. The pair is commonly used together without major problems, though sedation can be masked.
How serious is the interaction between Hydrocodone and Methylphenidate?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No routine change is needed. Watch for agitation or other signs of serotonin toxicity if symptoms appear.
What other medicines interact with Hydrocodone?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Hydrocodone with, for example, Alvimopan, Bupropion-naltrexone, Isocarboxazid. The full list is on the Hydrocodone page.
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