The nurse is assessing a patient who regularly takes an oral first-generation antihistamine for nasal allergies.Which other medication order would trigger concerns about drug interaction with the antihistamine?

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First-generation antihistamines can cause sedation as a side effect. When combined with other CNS depressants, such as Tylenol with codeine #3 (which contains codeine, an opioid analgesic), the sedative effects can be enhanced, leading to increased drowsiness, decreased cognitive function, and potentially dangerous levels of respiratory depression. This interaction warrants concern and careful consideration by healthcare providers.

The Nurse Is Assessing a Patient Who Regularly Takes an Oral