The
following information is a summary about Levbid.
It is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
Levbid USES
Levbid (Hyoscyamine) is used to control symptoms
associated with disorders of the gastrointestinal
(GI) tract. It works by decreasing the motion of
the stomach and intestines and the secretion of stomach
fluids, including acid. Levbid is also used in the
treatment of bladder spasms, peptic ulcer disease,
diverticulitis, colic, irritable bowel syndrome,
cystitis, and pancreatitis. Levbid may also be used
to treat certain heart conditions, to control the
symptoms of Parkinson's disease and rhinitis (runny
nose), and to reduce excess saliva production.
Levbid DIRECTIONS
Levbid (Hyoscyamine) comes as a tablet, an extended-release
(long-acting) capsule, a liquid to take by mouth,
and in an injectable form. The tablets and liquid
are usually taken three or four times a day. The
extended-release capsules are usually taken twice
a day. Do not crush, chew, or divide the extended-release
capsules. Levbid injections are given by qualified
health care professionals. Follow the directions
on your prescription label carefully, and ask your
doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not
understand. Take Levbid exactly as directed. Do not
take more or less of it or take it more often than
prescribed by your doctor. Levbid controls symptoms
associated with disorders of the GI tract, but it
does not cure the disorders. Continue to take Levbid
even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Levbid
without talking to your doctor.
Levbid SIDE EFFECTS
Although side effects from Levbid are not common,
they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these
symptoms are severe or do not go away: * drowsiness
* dizziness or lightheadedness * headache * blurred
vision * flushing (feeling of warmth) * dry mouth
* constipation * difficulty urinating * increased
sensitivity to light If you experience any of the
following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
* diarrhea * skin rash * eye pain * fast or irregular
heartbeat
Levbid PRECAUTIONS
Before taking Levbid, tell your doctor and pharmacist
if you are allergic to Levbid or any other drugs.
* tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription
and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially
amantadine (Symadine, Symmetrel), amitriptyline (Elavil),
chlorpromazine (Thorazine), clomipramine (Anafranil),
desipramine (Norpramin), doxepin (Sinequan), fluphenazine
(Prolixin), haloperidol (Haldol), imipramine (Tofranil),
medications containing belladonna (Donnatal), mesoridazine
(Serentil), nortriptyline (Pamelor), perphenazine
(Trilafon), phenelzine (Nardil), prochlorperazine
(Compazine), promazine (Sparine), promethazine (Phenergan),
protriptyline (Vivactil), thioridazine (Mellaril),
tranylcypromine (Parnate), trifluoperazine (Stelazine),
triflupromazine (Vesprin), trimeprazine (Temaril),
trimipramine (Surmontil), and vitamins. * be aware
that antacids may interfere with hyoscyamine, making
it less effective. Take hyoscyamine 1 hour before
or 2 hours after antacids. * tell your doctor if
you have or have ever had glaucoma; heart, lung,
liver, or kidney disease; a urinary tract or intestinal
obstruction; an enlarged prostate; ulcerative colitis;
or myasthenia gravis. * tell your doctor if you are
pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding.
If you become pregnant while taking Levbid, call
your doctor. * if you are having surgery, including
dental surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that
you take Levbid. * you should know that this drug
may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate
machinery until you know how hyoscyamine will affect
you. * remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness
caused by this drug. What special dietary instructions
should I follow?
Levbid DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription
meds you may use, especially of: carbamazepine, narcotic
pain relievers (e.g., codeine), drugs used to aid
sleep, antidepressants (e.g., SSRI-types such as
fluoxetine or fluvoxamine), MAO inhibitors (e.g.,
furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, procarbazine,
selegiline, tranylcypromine), psychiatric medicine
(e.g., nefazodone), "triptan"-type drugs, anti-anxiety
drugs (e.g., diazepam), sibutramine. Also, report
use of certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine)
which are also present in many cough-and-cold products.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor
or pharmacist approval.
Levbid OVERDOSE
In case of overdose, call your local poison control
center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed
or is not breathing, call local emergency services
at 911.
Levbid NOTES
Your doctor may instruct you to take Levbid (hyoscyamine)
30-60 minutes before meals. Check with your doctor
or pharmacist about the best times to take your medication.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, use Levbid as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the
missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Levbid STORAGE
Store Levbid at room temperature between 36 and 77
degrees F (2 -25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
