I'm on Augmentin for strep throat,875's x2 a day,if I take a Vicodin for back pain,will It interfere?

Question

I'm on Augmentin for strep throat,875's x2 a day,if I take a Vicodin for back pain,will It interfere?

Answer 1

Probably not.  Very few medications actually interact.  That having been said, just because medications don't interact that doesn't mean they're safe to use together.  There are other factors to consider.  Only someone familiar with your current medical condition and history has enough information to thoroughly answer this question, which is why you should check with your doctor (and not just the pharmacist).  

That having been said, here is a great website for getting information about medication and finding out about possible interactions.  

http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Ato...

Answer 2

Most likely no.  Augmentin is the antibiotic amoxicillin with something called Clavulanic Acid added to help it break into the cell wall of the bacteria.

Vicodin is a narcotic pain reliever with 500mg of acetaminophen.

My only caution to you is to watch your acetaminophen intake.  The maximum dose is 4 g in 24 h, or 1g every 6 hours.  If you are taking acetaminophen for a fever, watch the dose.

Answer 3

Consult your physician or pharmacy where you had the prescriptions filled.