What kind of drug is Propantheline?
Propantheline is in a class of medications called anticholinergics. It works by slowing the movement of food through the stomach and intestines and decreasing the amount of acid made by the stomach.
What is the use of Propantheline bromide?
Propantheline is used with other medications to treat peptic ulcers. It works by decreasing the release of acid in the stomach.
Can you overdose on pro-Banthine?
What happens if I overdose on Propantheline (Pro-Banthine)? Overdose symptoms may include feeling restless or excited, warmth or tingling under your skin, confusion, unusual thoughts or behavior, muscle weakness, or paralysis.
Is Propantheline bromide discontinued?
The Pro-Banthine brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What are the side-effects of pyridostigmine bromide?
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, increased saliva/sweating, runny nose, decreased pupil size, or increased urination may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Does propantheline cause weight loss?
There was a resumption of weight loss that has been sustained down to healthy weight range. Conclusion: In two patients with unsatisfactory weight loss after gastroplasty but no demonstrable surgical defect, adjuvant propantheline appeared to induce an excellent further weight loss.
What is Pro-Banthine 15 mg used for?
Pro-Banthine tablets are used to treat disorders in the gastrointestinal tract which involve muscle spasm. They are also for use by adults who have problems holding their urine, which results in wetting (enuresis), and excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis).
Does Pro-Banthine stop sweating?
Propantheline works by relaxing a type of muscle, called smooth muscle, in your gastrointestinal and urinary systems. As a secondary effect, propantheline causes a dry skin. This makes it helpful for people with gustatory sweating….About propantheline.
| Type of medicine | An antimuscarinic antispasmodic |
|---|---|
| Available as | Tablets |
Is there a generic for Propantheline?
Propantheline(Pro-Banthine) generic is an antimuscarinic agent, prescribed for peptic ulcer, and urinary incontinence.
Is glycopyrrolate available in the UK?
No oral preparations (tablets and solution or suspension) of glycopyrronium bromide are licensed in the UK. The use of imported oral preparations or those prepared by specials manufacturers for treating hyperhidrosis in adults and children is unlicensed.