Atrotil tablet 2.5mg / 0.025mg

About Atrotil tablet 2.5mg / 0.025mg

Atrotil tablet 2.5mg / 0.025mg Uses

• Acute diarrhea
• Chronic diarrhea management
• Diarrhea associated with irritable bowel syndrome
• Reducing frequency of loose stools during travel or illness

Atrotil tablet 2.5mg / 0.025mg Benefits

• Slows down bowel movement to reduce stool frequency
• Helps prevent dehydration by reducing fluid loss
• Provides relief within a short time of taking the dose
• Atropine content discourages misuse of the antidiarrheal agent

What Experts Say

Diphenoxylate combined with Atropine, as found in Atrotil tablet, is a well established treatment for controlling diarrhea by slowing down intestinal movement. The small amount of atropine is added specifically to discourage taking more than the recommended dose.

Doctors in Pakistan prescribe it for both short term diarrhea from infections or dietary changes and for longer term conditions like irritable bowel syndrome. It works quickly to reduce the number of loose stools and associated cramping.

Experts caution that this medicine should not be used in children under a certain age or in diarrhea caused by certain bacterial infections, since slowing the gut can sometimes worsen the underlying illness. Anyone with high fever, blood in stool, or severe abdominal pain should see a doctor before use.

Drug Class

• Antidiarrheal agent
• Opioid receptor agonist combination
• Anticholinergic combination medicine

Atrotil tablet 2.5mg / 0.025mg formula

• Diphenoxylate HCl 2.5mg
• Atropine Sulphate 0.025mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Atrotil tablet 2.5mg / 0.025mg?

• Take Atrotil tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• The usual adult dose is one tablet two to four times a day until diarrhea is controlled.
• Swallow the tablet with a glass of water.
• Do not exceed the maximum daily dose recommended by your doctor.
• Stop taking it once bowel movements return to normal.

Drug Interactions

• Sedatives: Combining with sleep medicines or tranquilizers increases drowsiness.
• Alcohol: Alcohol can worsen dizziness and sedation caused by this medicine.
• MAO Inhibitors: Using with certain antidepressants can cause a dangerous reaction.
• Other Anticholinergic Drugs: Combining with similar medicines can increase dry mouth and constipation.

Risks and warnings

• Dependence Risk: This medicine contains an opioid related component and should be used only as directed.
• Bloody Diarrhea: Avoid use if diarrhea is caused by certain bacterial infections with fever and blood in stool.
• Children: Not recommended for young children due to risk of severe side effects.
• Dehydration: Continue fluid replacement even while taking this medicine to prevent dehydration.
• Liver Disease: Use with caution in patients with liver problems.

Atrotil tablet 2.5mg / 0.025mg Side Effects

• Dry mouth
• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Abdominal discomfort
• Constipation
• Blurred vision
• Skin flushing

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a dry place away from light.
• Keep the tablets in their original packaging.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use after the printed expiry date.