Created in 1970 in the Controlled Substance Act, drug schedule was used to classify all drugs into specific categories. All drugs, as well as the chemical used to make the drugs, and drug substances are divided into 5 different categories. These categories are each distinguished based on the drug’s use medically, and the potential for abuse or dependency. However, according to the Office of Diversion Control and the Drug Enforcement Administration, “Since then, approximately 160 substances have been added, removed, or transferred from one schedule to another” (U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Diversion Control, & Drug Enforcement Adminstration, 1997) Each of the different scheduling classes are laid out below:
• Schedule I: drugs with …show more content…
According to WedMD (2015):
This combination product is used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies, hay fever, or other breathing illnesses (e.g., sinusitis, bronchitis). Decongestants help relieve stuffy nose symptoms. This product also contains a narcotic cough suppressant (antitussive) that affects a certain part of the brain, reducing the urge to cough. Antihistamines relieve watery eyes, itchy eyes/nose/throat, runny nose, and sneezing. (Highland HC oral: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions…)
It is important when taking this drug that all directions are followed precisely in order to get the full effect of treatment. If obtained OTC, it is important that the user read all directions before beginning treatment; however take the medication as directed if it was prescribed by your doctor. …show more content…
Of these total interactions 276 are thought to be a major interaction, 641 a moderate interaction, and 7 minor interactions. It is important to sit down and speak with your doctor to go over your medications that you already take in order to determine if it would be safe to take Highland HC. It is also important to make it priority to pay considerable attention to the side effects of an interaction as well. However, “This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with chlorpheniramine, hydrocodone, and phenylephrine. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products” (chlorpheniramine, hydrocodone, and phenylephrine, 2015)
Alcohol/Food Interactions It is crucial that you avoid alcohol consumption with Highland HC due to the major interaction that can be had between the active ingredients and alcohol in the bloodstream. Along with the primary side effects that one can have when combing alcohol and Highland HC, especially the Hydrocodone within the medications one can experience: low blood pressure, fainting, respiratory distress, and coma and in severe cases even
• Schedule I: drugs with …show more content…
According to WedMD (2015):
This combination product is used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies, hay fever, or other breathing illnesses (e.g., sinusitis, bronchitis). Decongestants help relieve stuffy nose symptoms. This product also contains a narcotic cough suppressant (antitussive) that affects a certain part of the brain, reducing the urge to cough. Antihistamines relieve watery eyes, itchy eyes/nose/throat, runny nose, and sneezing. (Highland HC oral: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions…)
It is important when taking this drug that all directions are followed precisely in order to get the full effect of treatment. If obtained OTC, it is important that the user read all directions before beginning treatment; however take the medication as directed if it was prescribed by your doctor. …show more content…
Of these total interactions 276 are thought to be a major interaction, 641 a moderate interaction, and 7 minor interactions. It is important to sit down and speak with your doctor to go over your medications that you already take in order to determine if it would be safe to take Highland HC. It is also important to make it priority to pay considerable attention to the side effects of an interaction as well. However, “This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with chlorpheniramine, hydrocodone, and phenylephrine. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products” (chlorpheniramine, hydrocodone, and phenylephrine, 2015)
Alcohol/Food Interactions It is crucial that you avoid alcohol consumption with Highland HC due to the major interaction that can be had between the active ingredients and alcohol in the bloodstream. Along with the primary side effects that one can have when combing alcohol and Highland HC, especially the Hydrocodone within the medications one can experience: low blood pressure, fainting, respiratory distress, and coma and in severe cases even