Review the side-effects of Diphenoxylate and Atropine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous system - Numbness of extremities, emotion, depression, uneasiness, confusion, sedation, drowsiness, dizziness, restlessness, and headache.
Allergic Reactions - Anaphylaxis, fluid retention, hives, swelling of the gums, itching.
Gastrointestinal - Toxic megacolon, paralytic ileus, inflammation of pancreas, vomiting, nausea, and loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort.
Lomotil, Lonox
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous system - Numbness of extremities, emotion, depression, uneasiness, confusion, sedation, drowsiness, dizziness, restlessness, and headache.
Allergic Reactions - Anaphylaxis, fluid retention, hives, swelling of the gums, itching.
Gastrointestinal - Toxic megacolon, paralytic ileus, inflammation of pancreas, vomiting, nausea, and loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Diphenoxylate and Atropine
Diphenoxylate and Atropine(Lomotil) generic contains antidiarrheal (a narcotic) and anticholinergic agent, prescribed for diarrhea. Like other narcotics diphenoxylate doesn't have pain- relieving (analgesic) actions,but it reduces bowel activity.Trade Names for Diphenoxylate and Atropine
International :
Lomotil, Lonox
