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Diarrhea facts
- Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements, an increase in the looseness of stool or both.
- Diarrhea is caused by increased secretion of fluid into the intestine, reduced absorption of fluid from the intestine or rapid passage of stool through the intestine.
- Diarrhea can be defined absolutely or relatively. Absolute diarrhea is defined as more than five bowel movements a day or liquid stools. Relative diarrhea is defined as an increase in the number of bowel movements per day or an increase in the looseness of stools compared with an individual's usual bowel habit.
- Diarrhea may be either acute or chronic, and each has different causes and treatments.
- Complications of diarrhea include dehydration, electrolytes (mineral) abnormalities, and irritation of the anus.
- Dehydration can be treated with oral ...
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Lomotil Drug Center
Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Lomotil (diphenoxylate and atropine) is used to treat diarrhea. Diphenoxylate is an antidiarrheal medication, and atropine is an anticholinergic. This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, tiredness, blurred vision, dry mouth, and loss of appetite.
The recommended initial adult dosage is two Lomotil tablets four times daily or 10 ml (two regular tsp) of Lomotil liquid four times daily (20 mg per day). The pediatric dose is determined by the child's weight. Lomotil may interact with barbiturates or MAO inhibitors. Lomotil may interact with other drugs. Tell your doctor all prescription and over-the-counter medications and supplements you use. During pregnancy, Lomotil should be used only when prescribed. This medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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Lomotil Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
Lomotil (diphenoxylate and atropine) is effective as adjunctive therapy in the management of diarrhea.
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Lomotil Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- stomach pain or bloating;
- ongoing or worsening diarrhea;
- diarrhea that is watery or bloody;
- numbness in your hands or feet;
- depressed mood;
- confusion, unusual thoughts or behavior;
- fast heart rate; or
- urinating less than usua...
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Lomotil Consumer Information: Uses
This medication is used to treat diarrhea. It helps to decrease the number and frequency of bowel movements. It works by slowing the movement of the intestines. Diphenoxylate is similar to narcotic pain relievers, but it acts mainly to slow the gut. Atropine belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics, which help to dry up body fluids and also slow gut movement.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth, usually 4 times a day or as directed by your doctor. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. In children, dosa...
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