Question 1

is dayquil addictive?

Accepted Answer

Not physically: Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant in dayquil that can affect seratonin and nmda receptors. According to the world health organization, dextromethorphan can be psychologically addictive, but is not physically addictive. Given the medications you are on, there is likely an interaction that should be discussed with your treating physician.

Question 2

can dayquil cause gastritis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: 5% of dayquil users have been found to report gastritis/stomach inflammation as a side effect or adverse reaction

Question 3

is it safe to drive on dayquil?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Dayquil does not cause drowsiness - so it is ok to drive.

Question 4

can a drug test detect dayquil?

Accepted Answer

No basis for concern: Nothing in dayquil would be part of a standard urine drug screen.  There is also nothing in dayquil that is of concern if it were detected. Decongestant phenylephrine has replaced pseudoephedrine, which was sometimes abused or used to make other abusable drugs. Nothing in dayquil to worry about now.

Question 5

can i take pamprin and dayquil together?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Pamprin is naproxen,  an anti-inflammatory med for pain, better to be taken with food. Dayquill is used for decongestant, some have mucolytic or Acetaminophen in it. Pls follow instructions as directed, see your dr if symptoms don't improve in the next couple of days. Decongestants not advised to be used for long periods of time due rebound congestion.

Question 6

what happens if i mix nyquil and dayquil?

Accepted Answer

Define &#x27;mix&#x27;: If you&#x27;re sick, it&#x27;s ok to take dayquil in the daytime and nyquil at night. Just be sure to look at the directions and take note of how much Acetaminophen you are taking. If you combine cold medicines within too short of a timeframe, you can harm yourself by injuring your liver.

Question 7

can you mix wal-phed and dayquil together?

Accepted Answer

Mixing meds: Probably not a good thing. Both contain stimulant agents that help clear congestion. However, combined it may be too much for your system (possibly causing a rise your blood pressure or irregular heart beats).

Question 8

how long after drinking can i take dayquil?

Accepted Answer

Safe: It's safe to take it immediately after or before.

Question 9

can i take dayquil if i'm allergic to sulfa?

Accepted Answer

Should be fine: None of the drugs in dayquil have sulfa moieties.

Question 10

is it possible for me to take midol and dayquil?

Accepted Answer

Not a good idea: Not a good idea
midol contain 500 mgm of Acetaminophen and dayquil contains Acetaminophen 325 mgm in 15 ml
it also depends on how many times a day you take midol/or extended relief midol.If in doubt ask your doctor.

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