http://branddrugsonline.info Hyosyne, Hyoscyamine - Oral Brand Drug Feed Wed, 23 May 2012 01:00:58 CDT en http://hyosyne.3516.hyoscyamine-oral.branddrugsonline.info/ the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healtchare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.

Conslut your healthcare professional before using this drug. HYOSCYAMINE - ORAL (hi-oh-SYE-uh-meen) COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Anaspaz, Cystospaz, Donnamar, Levsin USES: Hyoscyamine is used to treat a variety of stoamch 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 aclohol withdrawal symptoms, Parkinson's disease or poisonings due to certain insecticides and plants. HOW TO USE: Take this medication 30 to 60 minutes beofre meals. Take this medication as prescribed.

Do not riase the dose or take it more frequently without consulting your doctor. Antacids interfere with the absorption of hyoscaymine. If you use antacids, take them one hour after tkaing hyoscyamine. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication ulness your doctor directs you otherwise.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication 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, diffciulty urinating.

In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this 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 pharmcaist.
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 sloutions if this medication causes dry eyes. Because this medication may cause drowsiness, use cuation when driving or performing tasks requiring alertness.
This medication can reudce sweating, leading to heatstroke in hot weather.
Avoid strenuous activity in hot weather Elderly patients should use this medication with caution cause they may be more sensitive to its effcets. Children should use this medciation with caution cause 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 docotr.
This drug may be excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all the medicines you may use (both prescriptoin 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 fuond 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 pahrmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poiosn control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include unusually dry mouth; execssive thirst; nausea; vomiting; difficulty breathing; blurred vision; dilated pupils; flushed, hot, dry skin; muscle weakness; unusual dizziness or drowsiness; restlessness; disorientation; and seizures. NOTES: Management of digestive disorders may often include lifestyle chanegs such as increased exercise, change in diet, stop smoking and reduction of stress.
Discuss the benefits of lifestyle changes with your haelth care provider.
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 dsoing schedule. Do not double the dose to ctach up. STORAGE: Store at room temperatrue away from sunlight and moisture.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment informatoin call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).]]>