DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid
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Mixing Alcohol With Prescriptions
what can mixing diphenoxylate/atropine T with alcohol result in? my mother in law had to be rushed to the hospital and after tests were ran they said everything was fine...but we're trying to figure out if mixing these two things caused her to be ...
by Brandy in San Diego, CA, 07/11/2009
DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid Drug and Prescription Information
DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid
DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid Medication Classification
DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (By mouth)
DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid Brandname
Lomotil, Vi-Atro, Lomocot, Lonox
DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid is used for the Treatment
Atropine (A-troe-peen), Diphenoxylate (dye-fen-OX-i-ilate) Treats diarrhea.
When To Not Use DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid
You should not use this medicine if you ever had an allergic reaction to atropine or diphenoxylate.
How Should You Use DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid
Liquid, Tablet
- Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
- Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup.
- Drink plenty of caffeine-free, clear liquids such as ginger ale, tea, water, gelatin, or broth during the first 24 hours. If a dose is missed:
- Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
- Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
Proper DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid Storage
Store DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking any drugs that could make you sleepy such as antidepressants, strong pain killers, cold and allergy medicine, or tranquilizers.
- Tell your doctor if you are also taking an MAO inhibitor such as Marplan®, Parnate®, Nardil®, or Eldepryl®.
DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid Warnings
- Talk with your doctor before taking if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have liver or kidney disease, colitis, or other medical problems.
- This medicine may cause drowsiness. Be careful if you drive a car or use machinery.
- You should not use this medicine more often or in larger doses than your doctor ordered.
DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Seizures
- Severe constipation with bloating
- Irregular or fast heartbeat
- Trouble breathing
- Decreased or no urine for more than 8 hours If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Drowsiness, dizziness, or restlessness
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
- Headache
- Trouble urinating