Atropine and diphenoxylate is a combination medicine used to treat diarrhea in adults and children who are at least 13 years old.

Who should not take lomotil?

Lomotil is contraindicated in pediatric patients less than 6 years of age due to the risks of severe respiratory depression and coma, possibly resulting in permanent brain damage or death (see CONTRAINDICATIONS). Lomotil has caused atropinism, particularly in pediatric patients with Down's syndrome (see PRECAUTIONS).

Who can take lomotil?

Lomotil is approved for adults and for children ages 13 years and older. Imodium can be used by adults and by children ages 2 years and older. However, for children ages 2 to 5 years old, it's recommended you talk to a doctor before giving them Imodium liquid.

What conditions is diphenoxylate atropine used for?

Diphenoxylate and atropine combination is used along with other measures (eg, fluid and electrolyte treatment) to treat severe diarrhea. Diphenoxylate helps stop diarrhea by slowing down the movements of the intestines.

When should I take diphenoxylate?

Diphenoxylate comes as a tablet and solution (liquid) to take by mouth. It is usually taken as needed up to 4 times a day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand.

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How often can I take diphenoxylate-atropine?

How to use Diphenoxylate-Atropine. Take this medication by mouth, usually 4 times a day or as directed by your doctor.

What is atropine used for heart?

The use of atropine in cardiovascular disorders is mainly in the management of patients with bradycardia. Atropine increases the heart rate and improves the atrioventricular conduction by blocking the parasympathetic influences on the heart.

Does atropine help with nausea?

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How does diphenoxylate atropine make you feel?

Drowsiness, dizziness, headache, tiredness, blurred vision, dry mouth, and loss of appetite may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

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Is diphenoxylate a narcotic?

By itself, diphenoxylate is classified as a Schedule II narcotic with high abuse potential.

When should you not take lomotil?

Who should not take LOMOTIL?

1. intestine infection due to the Shigella bacteria.
2. diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria.
3. infectious diarrhea.
4. dehydration.
5. alcoholism.
6. closed angle glaucoma.
7. severe ulcerative colitis.
8. liver problems.

Is Imodium the same as lomotil?

No. Lomotil and Imodium are not the same. Although they work in similar ways, Lomotil can only be obtained with a prescription. Imodium can be purchased over the counter.

What are the side effects of diphenoxylate atropine?

What are the possible side effects of atropine and diphenoxylate?

• severe constipation, stomach pain or bloating;
• ongoing or worsening diarrhea;
• diarrhea that is watery or bloody;
• severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back;
• fever, flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling);
• hallucinations, seizure;

Why is diphenoxylate combined with atropine?

In order to prevent abuse of diphenoxylate for its mood-elevating effects, atropine is combined with diphenoxylate in small quantities. As a result, if Lomotil is taken in greater than recommended doses unpleasant side effects from too much atropine will occur. Lomotil was approved by the FDA in 1960.

What clinical conditions are contraindicated for the use of diphenoxylate with atropine?

Atropine; diphenoxylate is contraindicated for use by patients with obstructive jaundice and should be administered with extreme caution to patients with hepatic disease (e.g., cirrhosis), hepatorenal syndrome, or abnormal liver function tests because of the risk of developing hepatic coma.

Does atropine make you sleepy?

This medicine may cause drowsiness, blurred vision, or make your eyes sensitive to light. Wear sunglasses while you are using this medicine. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not drive until your pupils are no longer dilated.

Is diphenoxylate atropine addictive?

In doses used for the treatment of diarrhea, whether acute or chronic, diphenoxylate has not produced addiction.

Can you drink alcohol with lomotil?

Lomotil is not known to interact with any foods. People taking Lomotil should avoid alcoholic drinks, however, as the two together could have an increased sedative effect (and cause excessive drowsiness).

Can atropine cause heart block?

The peak increase in heart rate occurs in 2-4 minutes after IV administration; the half-life is 2-3 hours. However, if the block is in the His bundle, atropine may lead to an increased atrial rate, and a greater degree of block can occur with a slower ventricular rate.

Why atropine is contraindicated in glaucoma?

Anticholinergic agents are contraindicated in patients with primary glaucoma, a tendency toward glaucoma (narrow anterior chamber angle), or adhesions (synechiae) between the iris and lens, as well as for the elderly and others in whom undiagnosed glaucoma or excessive pressure in the eye may be present.

Does atropine affect the liver?

Atropine is a natural alkaloid anticholinergic agent that has potent antimuscarinic effects and is used by injection to treat symptomatic bradycardia, severe bronchospasm and to reduce vagal stimulation. Atropine has not been implicated in causing liver enzyme elevations or clinically apparent acute liver injury.

Does atropine increase BP?

However, when given by itself, atropine does not exert a striking or uniform effect on blood vessels or blood pressure. Systemic doses slightly raise systolic and lower diastolic pressures and can produce significant postural hypotension.

When should you give atropine?

Atropine is useful for treating symptomatic sinus bradycardia and may be beneficial for any type of AV block at the nodal level. The recommended atropine dose for bradycardia is 0.5 mg IV every 3 to 5 minutes to a maximum total dose of 3 mg.

When do you take amiodarone or atropine?

This reduced heart rate can be reversed by atropine and this drug should be available when amiodarone is being administered intravenously. This drug is similar to amiodarone in that it is given to treat specific cardiac arrythmias, again mainly ventricular fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia.