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atropine

This medicine is used in the management of diarrhea.

Contradications

This medicine should not be used in patients with intestinal obstruction, and acute ulcerative colitis.

Side effects

Patients using this medication may at times experience allergic reactions, CNS disturbances, and GI (gastro-intestinal) upset. If you experience any of these symptoms for a long period of time, consult your doctor immediately.

FAQs

What effect does this medicine have on blood pressure?

It causes an increase in blood pressure, but to a manageable extent.

What is the dose advised for infants?

65 microgram is the advised dose for infants. Administration for infants should be done with great caution and specification.

Why is it contraindicated during pregnancy and in lactating females?

The drug has been reported to cross the placenta and excrete in the breast milk.

The drug is said to result in photophobia. What does it mean?

It means to have an increased sensitivity to light; hence one is advised to stay indoor for at least 1 hour after the administration of the drug.

Does it have any side effect on face and skin?

Facial flushing (condition that results in increased warmth and redness on the face) is usually observed in patients using this medicine. This is a temporary side effect, but if it retains, consult a doctor immediately.

Medicines containing atropine

Atropine 1%

By LCPW

Pack size: 3.5gm

Rs.9.78

Artropisole 1%

By LCPW

Pack size: 10ml

Rs.0

Ethiatropine 1%

By Ethical Laboratories

Pack size: 15ml

Rs.25

Ophth-Atropine 10ml Drop 1%

By Ophth Pharma

Pack size: 10ml

Rs.59.25

Ophth-Atropine Ointment 1%

By Ophth Pharma

Pack size: 3.5gm

Rs.28.83

Ophth Atropine 1%

By Remington

Pack size: 10ml

Rs.63.58

Optapine 1%

By Harmann

Pack size: 10ml

Rs.26

Orbatropin 1%

By Zafa

Pack size: 15ml

Rs.65.93

Orbatropin 1%

By Zafa

Pack size: 7.5ml

Rs.39.56