ib-StatHyoscyamine-Oral

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Prescription Drug Information, Side Effects & Interactions for ib-Stat Hyoscyamine-Oral

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, prevent motion sickness, treat alcohol withdrawal symptoms, Parkinson s disease or poisonings due to certain insecticides and plants.

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.

ib-Stat Hyoscyamine-Oral IB-Stat

How To Use

Take Ib-Stat 30 to 60 minutes before meals.
Take Ib-Stat as prescribed.
Do not increase the dose or take it more frequently without consulting your doctor.
Antacids interfere with the absorption of hyoscyamine.
If you use antacids, take them one hour after taking hyoscyamine.
Drink plenty of fluids while taking Ib-Stat unless your doctor directs you otherwise.

Side Effects

Ib-Stat may cause flushing of the face, problems sleeping, headache, blurred vision, drowsiness, increased sensitivity to light, constipation, dry mouth, reduced sweating or thirst.
If these symptoms persist or become severe, inform your doctor.
Notify your doctor if you develop: confusion, tremors, fast/irregular heartbeat, difficulty urinating.
In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Ib-Stat, 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, stomach/abdominal/intestinal problems, prostate or urinary problems, contact lens wear, any allergies.
Contact lens wearers may need to use appropriate lubricating solutions if Ib-Stat causes dry eyes.
Because Ib-Stat may cause drowsiness, use caution when driving or performing tasks requiring alertness.
Ib-Stat can reduce sweating, leading to heatstroke in hot weather.
Avoid strenuous activity in hot weather Elderly patients should use Ib-Stat with caution because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Children should use Ib-Stat 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.
Ib-Stat 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, psychiatric drugs (e.g., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine, and butyrophenones such as haloperidol), ketoconazole or itraconazole, potassium supplements, drugs for Parkinson s disease, certain heart medicines (e.g., disopyramide, procainamide, quinidine), tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline), amantadine, MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline), other anticholinergics (e.g., atropine).
Also report use of drowsiness-causing drugs, including: sleep medications, tranquilizers, sedatives, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), muscle relaxants.
Antihistamines are found in many nonprescription and prescription medications.
Check your medication labels carefully, and ask your pharmacist about the safe use of these products.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.