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Hyoscyamine - disintegrating oral tablet

(hi-oh-sye-uh-meen)

common brand names: Nulev

Nulev Usage: Hyoscyamine is used to treat variety of stomach and intestinal tract disorders such as peptic ulcers, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, diverticulitis, colitis, or pancreatitis. this 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 & plants.

How to use Nulev: Place this drug on your tongue. it will rapidly dissolve, after which you swallow the tablet, with or with out water. Take this drug as prescribed. don't increase the dose or take it more frequently without consulting youre physician. Antacids interfere with absorption about hyoscyamine. If you use antacids, take them one hour after taking hyoscyamine. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this drug unless your physician directs you otherwise.

Nulev side effects: this medication can cause flushing of 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 healthcare professional. Notify your doctor promptly if you develop: confusion, tremor, fast/irregular heartbeat, difficulty urinating. in unlikely series you have an allergic reaction to it drug, 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.

Nulev Precautions: Tell youre pharmacist your medical history, especially of: heart problems, glaucoma, stomach/intestinal problems, prostate or urinary problems, phenylketonuria, any allergies. Because this medication may cause drowsiness, use caution when driving or performing tasks requiring alertness. this med can reduce sweating, leading to heatstroke in hot weather. Avoid strenuous activity in hot weather. If you have phenylketonuria, be advised this tablet contains phenylalanine. Contact lens wearers may need to use appropriate lubricating solutions if this medication causes dry eyes. Elderly patients should use it drug with caution as they may be more sensitive to it is effects (e.g., confusion). children must use it drug with caution because they may be more sensitive to it is effects (e.g., reduced sweating). Hyoscyamine must be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks & benefits with you're doctor. this drug may pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Nulev drug interactions: Tell your doctor of every the medicines you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: antacids, digoxin, psychiatric meds (e.g., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine, & butyrophenones such as haloperidol), ketoconazole or itraconazole, potassium supplements, drugs since 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), another anticholinergics (e.g., atropine). Also report use of drowsiness-causing medications, including: sleep medications, tranquilizers, sedatives, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), muscle relaxants. Antihistamines are found in much nonprescription and prescription medications. dollars youre tablet labels carefully, & ask your pharmacist about safe use of these products. don't start or stop any medicine with out healthcare professional or physician approval.

Nulev Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre 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; & seizures.

Nulev special notes: Management of digestive disorders may often include lifestyle changes such as increased exercise, change at diet, stop smoking and reduction of stress. Discuss benefits of lifestyle changes with your health care provider.

If you missed Nulev dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if It's almost time for following dose, instead, skip missed dose & resume you're usual dosing schedule. do not double the dose to catch up.

Nulev Storage: Store at room temperature away from sunlight & moisture.

Medical alert: you're condition may cause complications in a medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Hyoscyamine