Can I take Roxicet if I am taking phenelzine?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

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If you're taking phenelzine, you may not be able to take the pain medication Roxicet (acetaminophen and oxycodone). Phenelzine is the generic name for the prescription drug Nardil, which is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) used to treat depression and other mental illnesses. Both drugs can cause dangerous breathing or heart problems and should not be taken together unless your doctor says it is safe to do so.

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