Pro-banthine - Propantheline - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Pro-banthine.
• Pro-Banthine
• pro-PAN-thuh-leen

Read Before Using Pro-banthine (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially.

Pro-banthine Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.

Medicinal Applications

• Propantheline is used, in combination with other medicine, to treat peptic ulcers.
• Do not take propantheline for stomach ache due to gas or for any problem other than the one for which it was specifically prescribed.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include unusually dry mouth; excessive thirst; nausea; vomiting; difficulty breathing; blurred vision; dilated pupils; flushed, hot, dry skin; muscle weakness; unusual dizziness or drowsiness; restlessness; disorientation; and seizures.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause stomach ache, flushing, problems sleeping, headache, blurred vision, constipation, dry mouth, reduced sweating, drowsiness or thirst.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.

Pro-banthine Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Other Medicinal Applications

• This medication may also be used for other digestive tract problems (irritable bowel syndrome) and in cases where control over urine flow is desired (for urinary incontinence).

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication 30 minutes before meals.
• Take this medication as prescribed.
• Do not increase the dose or take it more frequently without consulting your doctor.
• Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication unless your doctor directs you otherwise.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.