Name: Lomotil (0.025+2.5)
Creator: Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy

Lomotil (0.025+2.5) is an antidiarrheal and anticholinergic combination, prescribed for diarrhea. Atropine works by reducing spasms where as Diphenoxylate decreases bowel movement.

Lomotil (0.025+2.5) Tablet RPG Life Sciences Ltd Generic : Atropine and Diphenoxylate	₹ 4.98 0.025mg/2.5mg 10 Tablets

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Drug information on Lomotil (0.025+2.5) (Atropine and Diphenoxylate) from RPG Life Sciences Ltd

Drug Name : Atropine and Diphenoxylate

Atropine and diphenoxylate(Di-Atro ) generic Lomotil (0.025+2.5) is an antidiarrheal and anticholinergic combination, prescribed for diarrhea. Atropine works by reducing spasms where as Diphenoxylate decreases bowel movement.
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Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)
Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team on February, 2, 2017

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

In adults, the usual dose is 5 mg (2 tablets) three to four times per day initially. The dose for children is based on weight.

Side effects of Lomotil (0.025+2.5)

Central Nervous system : Numbness, emotional state, depression, tiredness, confusion, drowsiness, dizziness, restlessness and headache.

Allergic : Hives, rashes, itching and swelling of the gums.

Gastrointestinal : Intestinal toxicity, intestinal obstruction, inflammation of pancreas, vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite and abdominal discomfort.

How to use Lomotil (0.025+2.5)?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

When Should Lomotil (0.025+2.5) not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with obstructive jaundice, pseudomembranous enterocolitis and hypersensitivity.

Warnings and Precautions for Lomotil (0.025+2.5)

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of lung disease, ulcerative colitis, or liver disease, alcohol abuse, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Avoid alcohol consumption.

Avoid hot weather; otherwise it may cause heatstroke.

It may cause fluid or electrolyte disturbances; if it so consult with your doctor.

Other Precautions for Lomotil (0.025+2.5)

Avoid excess dosage.
It may cause photosensitivity, wear sunglasses while going out.

Storage Conditions for Lomotil (0.025+2.5)

Store it at room temperature (25o C), and in an airtight container, keep away from children.

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