Re: anyone taking Robinul?
06/13/03 11:17 AM
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Laurie
Reged: 02/28/03
Posts: 158
Loc: Houston, TX
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Here's what I pulled of MDAdvice.
Brand & Generic Names Robinul Robinul Forte
Basic Information
Habit forming? No Prescription needed? Yes Available as generic? Yes Drug class: Antispasmodic, anticholinergic
Uses
Reduces spasms of digestive system. Reduces production of saliva during dental procedures.
Dosage & Usage Information How to take: Tablet--Swallow with liquid. If you can't swallow whole, crumble tablet and take with small amount of liquid or food.
When to take: 30 minutes before meals (unless directed otherwise by doctor).
If you forget a dose: Wait for next scheduled dose (don't double this dose).
What drug does: Blocks nerve impulses at parasympathetic nerve endings, preventing smooth (involuntary) muscle contractions and gland secretions of organs involved.
Time lapse before drug works: 15 to 30 minutes.
Don't take with: Any other medicine without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
Overdose SYMPTOMS: Dry mouth, blurred vision, low blood pressure, decreased breathing rate, rapid heartbeat, flushed skin, drowsiness.
WHAT TO DO:
Dial 911 (emergency) or O (operator) for an ambulance or medical help. Then give first aid immediately. See EMERGENCY Information.
Possible Adverse Reactions or Side Effects Life-threatening:
Hives, rash, intense Seek emergency itching, faintness treatment immediately. soon after a dose (anaphylaxis). Common:
Dry mouth, loss of taste, constipation, difficult urination. Infrequent:
Confusion; dizziness; drowsiness; eye pain; headache; rash; sleep disturbance such as nightmares, frequent waking; nausea; vomiting; rapid heartbeat; lightheadedness. Insomnia, blurred vision, diminished sex drive, decreased sweating, nasal congestion, altered taste. Rare:
Rash, hives. Warnings & Precautions Don't take if:
You are allergic to any anticholinergic. You have trouble with stomach bloating. You have difficulty emptying your bladder completely. You have narrow-angle glaucoma. You have severe ulcerative colitis. Before you start, consult your doctor:
If you have open-angle glaucoma. If you have angina, chronic bronchitis or asthma, liver disease, hiatal hernia, enlarged prostate, myasthenia gravis, peptic ulcer, kidney or thyroid disease. If you will have surgery within 2 months, including dental surgery, requiring general or spinal anesthesia. Over age 60: Adverse reactions and side effects may be more frequent and severe than in younger persons.
Pregnancy: Studies inconclusive on harm to unborn child. Animal studies show fetal abnormalities. Decide with your doctor whether drug benefits justify risk to unborn child.
Breast-feeding: Drug passes into milk and decreases milk flow. Avoid drug or discontinue nursing until you finish medicine. Consult doctor for advice on maintaining milk supply.
Infants & children: Use only under medical supervision.
Prolonged use: Chronic constipation, possible fecal impaction. Consult doctor immediately.
Skin & sunlight: No problems expected.
Driving, piloting or hazardous work: Use disqualifies you for piloting aircraft. Otherwise, no problems expected.
Discontinuing: May be unnecessary to finish medicine. Follow doctor's instructions.
Others:
Heatstroke more likely if you become overheated during exertion. Advise any doctor or dentist whom you consult that you take this medicine.
-------------------- Laurie
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