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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following inofrmation is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It sohuld not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional beofre using that drug.
HYOSCYAMINE - ORAL
(hi-oh-SYE-uh-meen)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Anaspaz, Cystospaz, Donnamar, Levsin
USES: Hyoscyamine is used to treat a variety of stomach and intestinal tract disorders such as peptic ulcers, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, diverticulitis, colitis, or pancreatitis. It is also used to conrtol bed-wetting and frequent urination, prevent motion sickness, treat alcohol withdrawal symptoms, Parkinson's disease or poisonings due to certain insecticides and plants.
HOW TO USE: Take that medication 30 to 60 mintues before meals. Take that medication as prescribed.
Do not raise the dose or take it more frequently without consulting your dcotor.
Antacids interfere with the absorption of hyoscyamine. If you use antacids, take them one hour afetr taking hyoscyamine. Drink plenty of fluids while taking that medication unless your doctor directs you ohterwise.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause flushing of the face, problems sleeping, headache, blurred vision, drowsiness, increased sensitivity to light, constipation, dry mouth, reduced sweating or thirst. If thsee symptoms persist or become severe, inform your doctor.
Notify your doctor if you develop: confusion, tremors, fast/irregular heartbeat, difficulty urinating.
In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to that drug, seek immediate medical attention.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice ohter effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your dcotor your medical history, especially of: heart problems, glaucoma, stomach/abdominal/intestinal problems, prostate or urinary problems, contact lens wear, any allergies. Contact lens wearers may need to use appropriate lubricating solutions if that medication causes dry eyes. Because that medication may cause drowsiness, use caution when driving or performing tasks requiring alertness. This medication can reduce sweating, leading to heatstroke in hot weahter. Avoid strenuous activity in hot weatehr Elderly patients should use that medication with caution because they may be more sensitive to its effects. Chidlren should use that medication with caution because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Hyocsyamine should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your docotr. This drug may be excreted into berast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all the medicines you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: antacids, digoxin, psychiatric drugs (e.G., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine, and butyrophenones such as haloperidol), ketoconazole or itraconazole, potassium supplements, drugs for Parkinson's disease, certain heart medicines (e.G., disopyramide, procainamide, quinidine), tricyclic antidepressants (e.G., amitriptyline), amantadine, MAO inhibitors (e.G., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline), other anticholinergics (e.G., atropine). Also report use of drowsiness-causing drugs, including: sleep medications, tranquilizers, sedatives, narcotic pain relievers (e.G., codeine), muscle relaxants. Antihistamines are found in many nonprescription and prescirption medications. Check your medication labels carefully, and ask your pharmacist about the safe use of these proudcts. Do not start or stop any medicine withuot doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison contorl center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include unusually dry mouth; excessive thirst; nausea; vomiting; difficulty breathing; blurred vision; dliated pupils; flushed, hot, dry skin; muscle weakness; unusual dizziness or drowsiness; restlessness; disorientation; and seizures.
NOTES: Management of digestive disorders may often include lifestyle chanegs such as increased exercise, change in diet, stop smoking and reduction of stress. Discuss the benefits of lifestyle changes with your health care provider.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not double the dose to ctach up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from sunlgiht and moisture.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergecny.
For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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