What is diphenoxylate used for?
Descriptions. Diphenoxylate and atropine combination is used along with other measures (eg, fluid and electrolyte treatment) to treat severe diarrhea. Diphenoxylate helps stop diarrhea by slowing down the movements of the intestines.
Is diphenoxylate same as Lomotil?
Lomotil tablets are available as a brand-name and a generic medication. The generic version is called diphenoxylate/atropine, and it also comes as a liquid solution you take by mouth. Lomotil contains two active drug ingredients: diphenoxylate and atropine. Neither drug is available as a generic on its own.
Why is diphenoxylate controlled?
Why is Lomotil (diphenoxylate / atropine) a controlled substance? Lomotil (diphenoxylate / atropine) is a controlled medication, because it contains diphenoxylate, which is an opioid medication. At smaller doses, it’s used to treat diarrhea and does not cause pain-relieving effects like morphine at recommended doses.
When should I take diphenoxylate?
Diphenoxylate and atropine combination is used along with other measures (eg, fluid and electrolyte treatment) to treat severe diarrhea. Diphenoxylate helps stop diarrhea by slowing down the movements of the intestines.
How does diphenoxylate make you feel?
It works by slowing the movement of the intestines. Diphenoxylate is similar to opioid 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 long can you take diphenoxylate?
If your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse within 10 days of treatment, call your doctor and stop taking diphenoxylate. Diphenoxylate can be habit-forming. Do not take a larger dose, take it more often, or for a longer period of time than your doctor tells you to.
Is Pepto-Bismol better than Imodium?
All in all, Imodium A-D and Pepto-Bismol are both safe and effective over-the-counter treatments for diarrhea in most people. A few notable differences may affect which drug you choose. For example: Pepto-Bismol can treat several other related symptoms, such as heartburn, nausea, and indigestion.