What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Demerol?
If Demerol is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. Demerol slows brain activity and intensifies the effects of alcohol. Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Demerol with Antidepressant drugs (such as Elavil, Tofranil), Antihistamines (such as Benadryl), Cimetidine (Tagamet), Major tranquilizers (such as Mellaril and Thorazine), MAO inhibitors (such as the antidepressant drugs Nardil and Parnate), Other narcotic painkillers (such as Percocet and Tylenol with Codeine), Phenytoin (Dilantin), Sedatives (such as Halcion and Restoril), or Tranquilizers (such as Xanax and Valium). Are there any special warnings about Demerol? Demerol may affect you both mentally and physically. You should not drive a car, operate machinery, or perform any other poten
