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How to Take Diphenoxylate and Atropine and it's Dose


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

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adults: The recommended initial dosage is two tablets four times daily or 10 ml liquid four times daily (20 mg per day).

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with jaundice, diarrhea associated with pseudomembranous enterocolitis, and hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Diphenoxylate and Atropine

This combination medication contains antidiarrheal (a narcotic) and anticholinergic agent, prescribed for diarrhea.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Diphenoxylate and Atropine

International :


Lomotil, Lonox
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