Antispasmodic Oral

In Depth

Generic Name: BELLADONNA ALKALOIDS/PHENOBARBITAL - ORAL
Pronounced: (bell-a-DON-a al-KA-loyd/fee-noe-BAR-bi-tal)

Antispasmodic Oral Side Effects

Dizziness, drowsiness, weakness, blurred vision, dry eyes, dry mouth, nausea, constipation, and abdominal bloating may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

To relieve dry mouth, suck (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water, or use a saliva substitute. To relieve dry eyes, consult your pharmacist for artificial tears or other eye lubricants.

To prevent constipation, eat a diet adequate in fiber, drink plenty of water, and exercise. Consult your pharmacist for help in selecting a laxative (such as a stimulant type with stool softener).

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

decreased sweating
dry/hot/flushed skin
fast/irregular heartbeat
loss of coordination
slurred speech
fainting
mental/mood changes (such as confusion, agitation, unusual excitement, depression, rare thoughts of suicide)
eye pain
vision changes
difficulty urinating
decreased sexual ability
slow/shallow breathing

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but serious side effects occur:

signs of anemia (such as unusual tiredness, pale skin)
signs of infection (such as fever, persistent sore throat)
easy bruising/bleeding

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: