Generic Name
Diphenoxylate And AtropinePacks Price
- Tab 2.5/0.025 mg(008519): 100: 54.56: 64.19
- Tab 2.5/0.025 mg(008519): 500: 253.92: 298.73
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Therapeutic Group
Anti-diarrheals, Anti-inflammatory/Anti-infectiveIndication Dosage
Diphenoxylate and atropine are medications used for several indications, including:
- Diarrhea: Diphenoxylate and atropine are used as antidiarrheal, by slowing down the contractions of the intestines and reducing the frequency of bowel movements.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Diphenoxylate and atropine are sometimes used as a treatment for irritable bowel syndrome, as they can help regulate bowel movements and reduce symptoms such as abdominal pain and discomfort.
Dosage:
- Adults: Initially 4 Tab, Then 2 Tab Six Hourly Untilcontrolled.
- Children Below 5 Yr: Not Recommended; 5-8 Yr: 1 Tab Three Times Daily; 9-12 Yr: 1 Tab Four Times Daily; 13-16 Yr: 2 Tab Three Times Daily.
Content
- Tab: Diphenoxylate Hci 2.5mg, Atropine Sulphate 25 Mcg.
Pregnancy
Not Recommended.
Stability
- Anticholinergic
- Opiate
Contra Indications
- Intestinal Obstruction, Acute Ulcerative Colitis, Pseudomembranous Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hepatic Dysfunction.
Precautions
- Intestinal Obstruction, Acute Ulcerative Colitis, Pseudomembranous Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hepatic Dysfunction.
Lactation
- Caution Advised.
Side Effects
- Pancreatitis
- Paralytic Ileus
- Hyperglycemia
- Hemorrhagic Colitis
- Toxic Megacolon
- Cns Disturbances
- Allergic Reactions
- Pseudomembranous Colitis
- Anaphylactoid Reaction.
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Author
Shahid Arif