Atropine + Diphenoxylate
Uses of Atropine + Diphenoxylate
Atropine + Diphenoxylate helps treat acute diarrhea.
How Atropine + Diphenoxylate Works
Diphenoxylate works by slowing down intestine peristalsis. Atropine relieve the sharp pain caused by the contraction.
Side Effects of Atropine + Diphenoxylate
Headache, Restlessness, Ireegular Heartbeat, Hallucination, Difficulty In Urination,Paralytic Ileus
Warnings
Kidney Use With Care
Dose adjustment of Atropine + Diphenoxylate may be needed for patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol Not Advisable
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Atropine + Diphenoxylate . Taking Atropine + Diphenoxylate with alcohol may have additive effects in increasing heart rate. You may also experience confusion, dizziness and palpitations.
Pregnancy Not Safe
Atropine + Diphenoxylate may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus. However, there are limited well-controlled human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving Generally Safe
Atropine + Diphenoxylate should not affect alertness or driving ability.
Liver Use With Care
Atropine + Diphenoxylate should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Atropine + Diphenoxylate may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation Not Advisable
Atropine + Diphenoxylate is shown to be excreted in breast milk. It is not advisable for women to breastfeed while consuming Atropine + Diphenoxylate because of its potential adverse effects on infants.
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
