Atropine Sulphate (L-Hyoscyamine)
Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class)
What it is used for
Drying of bronchial and salivary secretions due to inhalations in anesthetics and intubations; prevention of the onset of bradycardia and other muscarinic action due to neostigmine; diagnosis of sinus node dysfunction and in the evaluation of coronary artery disease during atrial pacing; Organophosphorous poisoning as an antidote.
Warnings
Obtain allergy and medication history. Adjust for renal/hepatic impairment, pregnancy, lactation, extremes of age and interacting drugs. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest appropriate duration. Monitor for expected class adverse effects.
Possible side effects
Dry mouth; blurred vision; cyclo-plegia; mydriasis; photophobia anhidrosis; urinary hesitancy and retention; tachycardia; increased ocular tension; loss of taste sensation; headache; nervousness; drowsiness; weakness; dizziness; flushing, insomnia; nausea and vomiting; bloated feeling; mental confusion and/or excitement [especially in geriatric patients].
Storage
Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.
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