What is/are Propantheline Tablets?PROPANTHELINE is used in combination with other medicines to treat peptic ulcer disease. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine?They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
difficulty passing urine
heart or blood vessel disease
glaucoma
kidney disease
liver disease
myasthenia gravis
stomach obstruction
ulcerative colitis
an unusual or allergic reaction to propantheline, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take this medicine 30 minutes before meals. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once. Note: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others. What if I miss a dose?If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. What may interact with this medicine?
digoxin
medicines for hay fever and other allergies
medicines to control heart rhythm like disopyramide, procainamide and quinidine
medicines for mental depression
meperidine
phenothiazines like chlorpromazine, mesoridazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine
steroid medicines like prednisone or cortisone
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care providers a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What side effects may I notice from this medicine?Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
agitation, nervousness, confusion
blurred vision and other eye problems
decreased sweating
dizziness, drowsiness
fever
irregular heartbeat
pain or difficulty passing urine
skin rash, itching
unusually weak or tired
vomiting
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
constipation
difficulty sleeping
headache
nausea
sexual difficulty (impotence)
This list may not describe all possible side effects. What should I watch for while using this medicine?You may get drowsy, dizzy, or have blurred vision. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. To reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells, do not sit or stand up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. Alcohol can make you more drowsy. Avoid alcoholic drinks. Avoid extreme heat. This medicine can cause you to sweat less than normal. Your body temperature could increase to dangerous levels, which may lead to heat stroke. Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water may help. Contact your doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe. Where should I keep this medicine?Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
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