This medication is used to decrease saliva and phlegm and to control stomach/intestinal spasms. This medication works by blocking the actions of a certain natural substance (acetylcholine) that your body makes.This drug may also be used to treat other stomach/intestinal disorders (e.g., stomach/intestinal ulcer, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome) and certain bladder problems (e.g., neurogenic bladder, ureteral colic).
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Atreza
Uses
This medication is used to decrease saliva and phlegm and to control stomach/intestinal spasms. This medication works by blocking the actions of a certain natural substance (acetylcholine) that your body makes.This drug may also be used to treat other stomach/intestinal disorders (e.g., stomach/intestinal ulcer, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome) and certain bladder problems (e.g., neurogenic bladder, ureteral colic). Notes
- Do not share this medication with others.
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
- Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Overdose
- Symptoms of overdose may include: hot/dry skin, widened pupils, fast heartbeat, decreased urination, mental/mood changes (e.g., anxiety), seizures, loss of consciousness.
How
To Use - Take this medication by mouth, usually every 4 to 6 hours as needed or as directed by your doctor.Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
- In children, the dosage is also based on weight.Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve or worsens.
Side
Effects - Blurred vision, widened pupils, headache, constipation, dry mouth/nose/throat, decreased sweating, dizziness, and drowsiness may occur.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.If you need to relieve dry mouth (e.g., not treating extra saliva), suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water, or use a saliva substitute.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
- Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes (e.g., hallucinations, confusion), hot/dry skin, weakness, vision changes, eye pain/redness, fast/irregular heartbeat, difficulty urinating, difficulty swallowing, voice changes (e.g., hoarseness).A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
- However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Before taking atropine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to belladonna alkaloids (e.g., scopolamine); or if you have any other allergies.This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
- Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: glaucoma, a certain eye disorder (synechiae), asthma.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: heart/blood vessel disease (e.g., irregular heartbeat, congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease), difficulty urinating (e.g., due to enlarged prostate), Down's syndrome, spastic paralysis or brain damage (in children), myasthenia gravis, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), liver disease, kidney disease, lung disease, high blood pressure, bowel disease (e.g., paralytic ileus, diarrhea), stomach/esophagus problems (e.g., ulcers, acid reflux disease).This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy or cause blurred vision.
- Use caution while driving, using machinery, or doing any activity that requires alertness and/or clear vision.
- Limit alcoholic beverages.This medication can decrease sweating.
- To prevent heatstroke, avoid becoming overheated in hot weather, in saunas, and during exercise/other strenuous activities.Contact lens wearers may need to use appropriate lubricating solutions if this medication causes dry eyes.Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug.Caution is advised when using this drug in children because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug.During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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Interactions - Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them.
- Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.This drug should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur: arbutamine, pramlintide.If you are currently using any of these medications listed above, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting atropine.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine), antispasmodics (e.g., dicyclomine), certain antiarrhythmic drugs (e.g., quinidine, procainamide), certain drugs for Parkinson's disease (e.g., levodopa, benztropine, trihexyphenidyl), ketoconazole, MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine), phenothiazines (e.g., chlorpromazine, promethazine), potassium supplements, tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline).
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