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Diphenoxylate is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Diphenoxylate is used -
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Diphenoxylate safe for pregnant women?
Diphenoxylate can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Diphenoxylate, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Diphenoxylate safe during breastfeeding?
Diphenoxylate has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Diphenoxylate on the Kidneys?
Diphenoxylate rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Diphenoxylate on the Liver?
Diphenoxylate does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Diphenoxylate on the Heart?
Side effects of Diphenoxylate rarely affect the heart.
Diphenoxylate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diphenoxylate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Diphenoxylate habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Diphenoxylate. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Diphenoxylate, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Diphenoxylate can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Diphenoxylate is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Diphenoxylate for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Diphenoxylate
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Diphenoxylate and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Diphenoxylate
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Diphenoxylate with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 686
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lomotil® Cv (diphenoxylate hydrochloride and atropine sulfate)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Lofenoxal® (diphenoxylate hydrochloride and atropine sulfate)