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Difenoxin/atropine images:
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Difenoxin/atropine
Motofen
Uses
Treats diarrhea.
Storage
- Store the tablets at room temperature, away from heat, direct light, and moisture.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and never share your medicine with anyone.
- Too much of this medicine can be very dangerous for children.
How To Use
- APPEARANCE: Tablet.
Your doctor will tell you how much to use and how often.
You should not use more of this medicine than your doctor ordered.
Drink plenty of caffeine-free, clear liquids such as ginger ale, water, gelatin, or broth during the first 24 hours.
- You will need to replace the fluids your body loses when you have diarrhea.
Side Effects
- Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Irregular or fast heartbeat
Slow or decreased breathing, trouble breathing
Swelling in your stomach
Precautions
- You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to difenoxin, atropine, or if you have jaundice (yellowing of your skin or eyes).
- You should not use this medicine if you have diarrhea caused by certain kinds of food poisoning or diarrhea caused by using antibiotics.
- Do not give this medicine to a child under 2 years of age.
Missed Dose
- Use your medicine as soon as possible, unless it is almost time for your next dose.
Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose
You should not use two doses at the same time.
Drug Interactions
- If you are pregnant, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
- Do not breastfeed while using this medicine.
Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you have liver or kidney disease, ulcerative colitis, glaucoma, an enlarged prostate, trouble urinating, or a blocked intestine.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy.
- Avoid driving or using machinery until you know how the medicine will affect you.
This medicine may be habit forming.
- Talk with your doctor about any drug addictions or addiction treatments you have received before you use this medicine.
If you still have diarrhea after 2 days of using the medicine or if you get a fever, talk with your doctor.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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