Lomotil Information
Generic Name: E: DIPHENOXYLATE (dye-fen-OX-i-late) and ATROPINE (A-troe-peen)

Common Uses: This medicine is an antiperistaltic and anticholinergic combination used to treat diarrhea.

How to use this Medicine: Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. THIS MEDICINE MAY BE TAKEN on an empty stomach or with food. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE and you are using it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Cautions: CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR if your diarrhea has not improved within 48 hours or if you develop a fever. DRINK PLENTY OF LIQUID while you are taking this medicine. DO NOT TAKE MORE OF THIS MEDICINE than your doctor recommended. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine. THIS MEDICINE WILL ADD TO THE EFFECTS of other depressants or alcohol. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines are depressants. DO NOT BECOME OVERHEATED in hot weather or during exercise or other activities since heatstroke may occur. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

Possible Side Effects: SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, or headache. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience stomach pain, bloating, constipation, or vomiting. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

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