DIPHENOXYLATE/ATROPINE (Oral) (Liquid

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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