GLYCOPYRROLATE

(glye koe PIE roe late) Brand: Cuvposa, Robinul, Robinul Forte

What is the most significant information I must know about glycopyrrolate?

• You must not use glycopyrrolate if you are allergic to it, or if you have bladder obstruction or another urination problems, a bowel obstruction called paralytic ileus, a blockage in your stomach or intestines, severe constipation, severe ulcerative colitis or toxic megacolon, glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, or if you also take potassium chloride.

• Till you take glycopyrrolate, speak your doctor if you have kidney malady, heart malady, a heart rhythm mess, a stomach mess, a colostomy or ileostomy, a thyroid mess, tall blood pressure, vision problems, or numbness and tingling.

• Take glycopyrrolate on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour till or 2 hours after a meal.

• This medicine may reason blurred vision and may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.

• Drinking alcohol can magnify determined side effects of glycopyrrolate, such as dizziness and drowsiness.

• Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercice and in hot weather. Glycopyrrolate can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke.

What is glycopyrrolate?

• Glycopyrrolate reduces the secretions of determined organs in the body.

• Glycopyrrolate helps to control conditions such as peptic ulcers that involve overweening stomach acid production.

• Glycopyrrolate is also used to reduce drooling in children ages 3 to 16 who have determined medical conditions, such as cerebral palsy.

• Glycopyrrolate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medicine guide.

What must I discuss with my healthcare provider till taking glycopyrrolate?

• You must not use glycopyrrolate if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

· bladder obstruction or another urination problems;

· a bowel obstruction called paralytic ileus;

· a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines), severe constipation;

· severe ulcerative colitis or toxic megacolon;

· glaucoma;

· myasthenia gravis; or

· if you are also taking potassium chloride (Epiklor, K-Lor, K-Tab, Klor-Con, Micro-K, Rum-K, and others).

• To create certain you can safely take glycopyrrolate, speak your doctor if you have any of these another conditions:

· kidney disease;

· heart malady or a heart rhythm disorder;

· a stomach mess such as hiatal hernia, reflux malady, or slow digestion;

· a colostomy or ileostomy;

· a thyroid disorder;

· tall blood pressure;

· vision problems; or

· a nerve mess that causes numbness or tingling.

• FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether glycopyrrolate will harm an unborn child. Speak your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.

• It is not known whether glycopyrrolate passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing child. Do not use this medicine without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

• Glycopyrrolate must not be given to a baby younger than 3 years old.

How must I take glycopyrrolate?

• Take exactly as predesigned by your doctor. Do not take in larger or less amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

• Your doctor may occasionally change your doze to create certain you get the excellent results.

• Take glycopyrrolate on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour till or 2 hours after a meal.

• Measure liquid medication with a particular dose-measuring spoon or medication cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

• Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

• Take the missed doze as soon as you remember. Skip the missed doze if it is nearly time for your following scheduled doze. Do not take extra medication to create up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

• Search abnormal medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

• Overdose symptoms may include weak or shallow breathing, feeling cool, jerky muscle movements, or seizure (convulsions).

What must I avoid while taking glycopyrrolate?

• This medicine may reason blurred vision and may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.

• Drinking alcohol can magnify determined side effects of glycopyrrolate, such as dizziness and drowsiness.

• Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercice and in hot weather. Glycopyrrolate can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke.

What are the possible side effects of glycopyrrolate?

• Get abnormal medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your person, lips, tongue, or throat.

• Stop using glycopyrrolate and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

· severe constipation, severe stomach pain and bloating;

· diarrhea (especially if you have a colostomy or ileostomy);

· feeling like you might pass out;

· feeling very thirsty or hot, being unable to urinate, hard sweating, weak pulse, or hot and dry skin; or

· dry diapers, fussiness, or overweening crying in a baby taking glycopyrrolate.

• Smaller serious side effects may include:

· dry mouth;

· vomiting;

· mild constipation;

· stuffy nose, sinus pain; or

· flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling).

• This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may message side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What another drugs will affect glycopyrrolate?

• Much drugs can interact with glycopyrrolate. Adown is just a partial list. Speak your doctor if you are using:

· amantadine (Symmetrel);

· atenolol (Tenormin, Tenoretic);

· digoxin (Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps);

· haloperidol (Haldol);

· levodopa (Larodopa); or

· metformin (Glucophage, Actoplus Met, Avandamet, Janumet, Kombiglyze, PrandiMet).

• This list is not complete and another drugs may interact with glycopyrrolate. Speak your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal commodity. Do not start a new medicine without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about glycopyrrolate.

Remember, hold this and all another medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medicine only for the indication prescribed.

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