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LEVSIN® /SL Tablets
LEVSIN® Tablets
(hyoscyamine sulfate tablets USP)

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LEVSIN is one of the principal anticholinergic/antispasmodic components of belladonna alkaloids. The empirical formula is (C17H23NO3)2·H2SO4·2H2O and the molecular weight is 712.85. Chemically, it is benzeneacetic acid, a-(hydroxymethyl)-, 8-methyl-8-azabicyclo [3.2.1.] oct-3-yl ester, [3(S)-endo)-, sulfate (2:1),dihydrate.

LEVSIN® /SL Tablets (hyoscyamine sulfate tablets USP) contain 0.125 mg hyoscyamine sulfate formulated for sublingual administration. However, the tablets may be chewed or taken orally.

Inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, dextrates, FD&C Green #3, flavor, mannitol, and stearic acid.

LEVSIN® Tablets (hyoscyamine sulfate tablets USP) contain 0.125 mg hyoscyamine sulfate formulated for oral administration.

Inactive ingredients: acaeia, confectioner's sugar, corn starch, lactose, powdered cellulose and stearic acid.

Brand Name: Levsin
Generic Name: Hyoscyamine
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