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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 control bed-wetting and frequent urination, runny nose, symptoms of Parkinson s disease, and poisonings due to certain plants and insecticides.
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Levsin/sl, A-Spas-S/l, Hyoscyamine Sulfate, Hyosol/sl
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symax-Sl
Levsin/sl, A-Spas-S/l, Hyoscyamine Sulfate, Hyosol/sl
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 control bed-wetting and frequent urination, runny nose, symptoms of Parkinson s disease, and poisonings due to certain plants and insecticides.
Storage
- Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include unusually dry mouth; excessive thirst; nausea; vomiting; difficulty breathing; blurred vision; dilated pupils; flushed, hot, dry skin; muscle weakness; unusual dizziness or drowsiness; restlessness; disorientation; and seizures.
How To Use
- Symax-Sl may be taken orally, chewed or placed under the tongue and allowed to dissolve.
- It may be taken with or without meals.
- Take this exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not increase the dose or take it more frequently without consulting your doctor.
- Drink plenty of fluids while using Symax-Sl unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
Side Effects
- Symax-Sl may cause flushing of the face, problems sleeping, headache, blurred vision, drowsiness, increased sensitivity to light, constipation, dry mouth, reduced sweating or thirst.
- If any of these symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you develop: confusion, tremors, irregular pulse, rapid heartbeat, difficulty urinating.
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Symax-Sl, seek immediate medical attention.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: heart problems, glaucoma, prostate or urinary problems, contact lens wear, stomach/abdominal/intestinal problems, drug allergies.
- Because Symax-Sl may cause drowsiness, use caution when driving or performing tasks requiring alertness.
- Symax-Sl reduces sweating and may lead to heatstroke in hot weather.
- Use caution engaging in strenuous activity in hot weather.
- Contact lens wearers may need to use appropriate lubricating solutions if Symax-Sl causes drying of the eyes.
- Elderly patients should use Symax-Sl with caution because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
- Children should use Symax-Sl with caution because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
- Hyoscyamine should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Symax-Sl may be excreted into breast milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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 catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all the medicines you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: antacids, digoxin, phenothiazines (e.g., chlorpromazine, promethazine), antihistamines (found in many cough/cold medicines), ketoconazole, potassium supplements, medications for Parkinson s disease, certain heart medicines (e.g., disopyramide, procainamide, quinidine), tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline).
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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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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