Darvocet contains a combination of propoxyphene and acetaminophen. Propoxyphene is in a group of drugs called narcotic pain relievers. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever and a fever reducer that increases the effects of propoxyphene.
Darvocet is used to relieve mild to moderate pain with or without fever.
Side Effects of Darvocet
Some of the common side effects of Darvocet include:
Nausea, dry mouth, cramps in stomach, rashes, blurred vision, potential hallucination, dizziness, vomiting, constipation
Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
chest pain, feeling short of breath;
confusion, unusual thoughts or behavior;
seizure;
shallow breathing, slow heartbeat, feeling like you might pass out;
What to avoid while taking Darvocet?
Darvocet may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, allergy, pain, or sleep medication. Acetaminophen is contained in many combination medicines. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much acetaminophen. Check the label to see if a medicine contains acetaminophen. Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of Darvocet.
