Lahey Mixture #3 Oral
In Depth
- Uses and How to Use
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Drug Images
Pronounced: (bell-a-DON-a al-KA-loyd/fee-noe-BAR-bi-tal)
Lahey Mixture #3 Oral Uses
This medication is used along with other medications to treat certain intestine problems (irritable bowel syndrome, enterocolitis). This medication contains several medications, phenobarbital and belladonna alkaloids (hyoscyamine, atropine, scopolamine). This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergic/antispasmodic drugs. It works by decreasing intestine cramping and calming the nerves.
How To Use Lahey Mixture #3 Oral
Take this medication by mouth, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully on taking this drug with or without food. If you are taking the extended-release tablets, take them usually every 8 to 12 hours. If you are taking the regular-release tablets or elixir, take them usually 3 to 4 times daily. Children may be prescribed the elixir every 4 to 6 hours.
If you are taking the extended-release tablets, swallow the medication whole. Do not crush or chew the medication. Doing so can destroy the long action of the drug and may increase side effects.
If you are using the elixir, carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose.
Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Dosage for children is also based on body weight. Your doctor may adjust your dosage to control symptoms and decrease side effects.
Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same times each day.
This medication may cause dependence, especially if it has been used regularly for an extended time or if it has been used in higher doses. In such cases, withdrawal reactions (e.g., anxiousness, muscle twitching, shakiness, dizziness, worsening weakness, nausea, vomiting) may occur if you suddenly stop this drug. Withdrawal from the phenobarbital can be severe and include seizures and (rarely) death. To prevent withdrawal reactions when stopping extended, high-dose, regular treatment with this drug, gradually reduce the dosage as directed. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details, and report any withdrawal reactions immediately.
Rarely, abnormal drug-seeking behavior (addiction) is possible with this medication. Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently, or use it for a longer time than prescribed. Properly stop the medication when so directed. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens at any time while taking this medication.
