|
|
Lomotil (Diphenoxylate HCI & atropine sulfate)
|
 |
Gastrointestinal agent
|
 |
Antidiarrheal
|
 |
Diarrhea
|
 |
(Adults) 2 tablets or 10 ml 4 times daily until diarrhea is controlled. (Children 2 to 13 years) 0.3 to 0.4 mg/kg/day in 4 divided doses.
|
 |
Category C.
|
 |
Euphoria, Depression, confusion, numb extremities, drowsiness, headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, Depression euphoris, tachycardia, mydriasis, paralytic ileus, pancreatitis, urine retention, respiratory Depression, dry skin.
|
Pregnancy Risk Categories defined:
A: Studies in pregnant women failed to show a risk to the fetus in the first
trimester - with no evidence of risk in the later trimesters.
B: Animals studies indicate no adverse effect to the fetus, but there are no adequate,
clinical studies in pregnant women.
C: Animal studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus, but there are no adequate,
clinical studies in humans. Despite potential risks, the drug may be useful in pregnant
women.
D: There is evidence of risk to the human fetus, but the potential benefits of use in
pregnant women may be acceptable, despite potential risks.
X: Studies in animals or humans show fetal abnormalities, or adverse reaction reports
indicate evidence of fetal risk. Warning: the risks involved clearly outweigh any
potential benefit from using the drug in pregnant women, regardless of trimester.
NR: Not rated (i.e., no information available at this time as to the potential
risks or benefits).
|
| | |
If you want your friend to read or know about this article, Click here
 |
|
|
