Precautions
Is Lomotil an opioid?
Lomotil (diphenoxylate / atropine) is a combination of two medications. Diphenoxylate is an opioid. It binds to certain proteins in your gut, called mu-opioid receptors, to control and slow the movement of your intestines (gut).
What kind of drug is Lomotil?
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 opioid pain relievers, but it acts mainly to slow the gut.
Is Lomotil a controlled Med?
— Lomotil is a Schedule V controlled substance (C-V). Previously, Lomotil was indicated as adjunctive therapy in the management of diarrhea, and dosing recommendations were provided for pediatric patients as young as 2 years old.
Why is diphenoxylate a narcotic?
Side effects of diphenoxylate include abdominal bloating and pain, nausea and vomiting and constipation. Because there is systemic absorption, diphenoxylate can also cause central nervous system opioid effects such as confusion, drowsiness, euphoria, dizziness, headache, and respiratory depression.
Does Lomotil make you high?
In higher doses, however, like other narcotics, diphenoxylate can cause euphoria (elevation of mood) and physical dependence. In order to prevent abuse of diphenoxylate for its mood-elevating effects, atropine is combined with diphenoxylate in small quantities.
Can you become addicted to Lomotil?
Lomotil is not considered addictive at the doses recommended for diarrhea. However, it's important not to take more Lomotil than your doctor prescribes.
Is Lomotil stronger than Imodium?
Lomotil and Imodium are both effective drugs to treat diarrhea. Some research has shown that there is no significant difference in effectiveness between the two. However, other studies have shown that Imodium is more effective and better tolerated.
How long does it take for Lomotil to kick in?
Commonly asked questions. How long does it take for this medicine to take effect? Lomotil Tablet starts its action within 1 hour of administration. Your diarrhoea symptoms will improve within 48 hours of treatment with this medicine.
Is diphenoxylate atropine a narcotic?
Diphenoxylate is chemically related to some narcotics and may be habit-forming if taken in doses that are larger than prescribed. If higher than normal doses of the combination are taken, the atropine will cause unpleasant effects. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Is diphenoxylate addictive?
Diphenoxylate helps stop diarrhea by slowing down the movements of the intestines. Diphenoxylate is chemically related to some narcotics and may be habit-forming if taken in doses that are larger than prescribed. If higher than normal doses of the combination are taken, the atropine will cause unpleasant effects.
What happens if you take too much Lomotil?
What happens if I overdose on Lomotil (Atropine And Diphenoxylate)? Early overdose symptoms include weakness, blurred vision, slurred speech, feeling hot, fast heartbeats, slowed breathing, fainting, seizure, or coma. Report any early overdose symptoms to your doctor as soon as possible.
Is Lomotil and Imodium the same?
Are Lomotil and Imodium the Same Thing? Lomotil (diphenoxylate and atropine) and Imodium (loperamide hydrochloride) are antidiarrheal medications used to treat diarrhea. Lomotil also contains an anticholinergic.
Is Lomotil stronger than Imodium?
Lomotil and Imodium are both effective drugs to treat diarrhea. Some research has shown that there is no significant difference in effectiveness between the two. However, other studies have shown that Imodium is more effective and better tolerated.
Is diphenoxylate atropine a narcotic?
Diphenoxylate is chemically related to some narcotics and may be habit-forming if taken in doses that are larger than prescribed. If higher than normal doses of the combination are taken, the atropine will cause unpleasant effects. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
What can I take instead of Lomotil?
Atropine / diphenoxylate.Imodium A-D.Anti-Diarrheal.Pepto-Bismol.Florastor.Kaopectate.
What is Lomotil used to treat?
Lomotil is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of diarrhea. Lomotil may be used alone or with other medications. Lomotil belongs to a class of drugs called Antidiarrheals. It is not known if Lomotil is safe and effective in children younger than 2 years of age.