Propantheline: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

Use

What is the drug Propantheline for?

Propantheline is a medication to treat peptic ulcers. This drug works by reducing the production of acid in the stomach.

Propantheline can also be used with other medicines to treat excess stomach acid (Zollinger-Ellison syndrome) or certain intestinal disorders (irritable bowel syndrome). For intestinal disorders, this drug works by reducing movement of the stomach or intestines.

What are the rules for using Propantheline?

Take this medication, usually 30 minutes before meals and at bedtime or as directed by your doctor.

Follow the rules given by your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. Take this medicine regularly to get optimal benefits. To help you remember, take this medication at the same time each day.

Tell the doctor if the condition does not improve or gets worse.

How to save Propantheline?

This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the Propantheline dosage for adults?

Dosage for Peptic Ulcer

Initial dose: 15 mg orally, taken 30 minutes before meals and 30 mg orally at bedtime (total 75 mg / day)

Patients with mild symptoms and patients with small stature can be given 7.5 mg three times a day, taken 30 minutes before meals.

Dosage for Peptic Ulcer in the elderly

Initial dose: 7.5 mg orally 3 times a day, 30 minutes before meals.

What is the dosage of Propantheline for children?

There is no provision for the dosage of this drug for children. This medicine can be dangerous for children. It is important to understand the safety of drugs before use. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

In what dosage and preparation is Propantheline available?

15 mg tablet

Side effects

What side effects may occur due to Propantheline?

Dry mouth, reduced sweating, dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, dilated pupils, nausea or vomiting, or constipation may occur. If any of these effects persist or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Remember your doctor prescribes this medication because he or she has weighed the benefits outweigh the risk of side effects. Many people using this drug do not experience serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if serious but unlikely side effects occur: mental or mood changes, eye pressure or pain, rapid heartbeat, difficulty urinating.

Very serious allergic reactions to this drug are rare. However, seek immediate medical help if you experience any of the following signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions & Warnings

What to know before using Propantheline?

Before using propantheline, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it, or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

This drug is prohibited from use if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, movement disorders / blockage of the stomach or intestines (paralytic ileus, pyloroduodenal stenosis, achalasia, intestinal atony), difficulty breathing (prostatic hypertrophy), severe ulcerative colitis.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), liver disease, kidney disease, heart or blood vessel disease (congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, tachycardia), esophageal disorders (acid stomach), nervous disorders (autonomic neuropathy), diarrhea, respiratory disorders (asthma), mild or moderate ulcerative colitis.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist if you are using this medicine.

This medicine may make you dizzy, drowsy or cause blurred vision. Do not ride, use machinery, or do activities that require clear awareness or vision until you are sure you can perform these activities safely. Limit alcoholic drinks.

This medicine can reduce sweating. To prevent heat stroke, avoid feeling too hot in hot weather, in saunas and during sports or other strenuous activities.

Is Propantheline safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women?

There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

• A = No risk,
• B = not at risk in several studies,
• C = May be risky,
• D = There is positive evidence of risk,
• X = Contraindicated,
• N = Unknown

Interaction

What medicines may interact with Propantheline?

This drug is prohibited for use with the following medicines because serious interactions may occur: pramlintide.

If you are currently using any of the above mentioned medications, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting propantheline.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist all medicines with or without a prescription, or herbal products you are using, especially: antihistamines (eg, diphenhydramine, meclizine), antispasmodics (eg, dicyclomine), belladonna alkaloids (eg, scopolamine, atropine), certain antiarrhythmic drugs (eg, quinidine, procainamide), certain drugs for Parkinson's disease (eg, amantadine, levodopa, benztropine, trihexyphenidyl), corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), digoxin (slow-dissolving type), drugs that affect gastric movement (eg, metoclopramide), acid-dependent drugs (eg, ketoconazole), MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine), phenothiazines, promethazine, chlorpromazine), potassium tablets / capsules, tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline).

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are also taking drugs that cause drowsiness such as: anti-seizure drugs (eg, carbamazepine), sleeping or anxiety medications (eg, alprazolam, diazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants, narcotic pain relievers (eg, meperidine, codeine), psychiatric drugs (eg, chlorpromazine, risperidone, trazodone).

Can food or alcohol interact with Propantheline?

Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.

What health conditions can interact with Propantheline?

Any other health conditions you have can affect the use of this drug. Always tell your doctor if you have other health problems.

Overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (118/119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

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