Bentyl is used to treat functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome.

Bentyl may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Many drugs can affect Bentyl. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Bentyl if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

• glaucoma;
• a bladder obstruction or other urination problems;
• a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines);
• severe ulcerative colitis;
• gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD);
• a serious heart condition and active bleeding;
• myasthenia gravis; or
• if you are breastfeeding a baby.

Not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old. Bentyl should never be given to a child younger than 6 months old.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• heart problems or high blood pressure;
• a stroke;
• ulcerative colitis;
• an ileostomy or colostomy;
• an enlarged prostate; or
• liver or kidney disease.

Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of Bentyl.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.

Do not breastfeed.

How should I take Bentyl?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Bentyl oral is taken by mouth.

Measure liquid medicine with the supplied syringe or a dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

Bentyl injection is given in a muscle if you are unable to take the medicine by mouth.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Skip the missed dose and use your next dose at the regular time. Do not use two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line .

Overdose can cause nausea, vomiting, dilated pupils, weakness or loss of movement in any part of your body, trouble swallowing, fainting, or seizure (convulsions).

What should I avoid while taking Bentyl?

May cause dizziness or blurred vision. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how Bentyl will affect you.

Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Bentyl can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke. Tell your doctor if you have a fever while taking this medicine.

Avoid using an antacid. Antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb Bentyl oral.

Bentyl side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

• fast or slow heartbeats, pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest;
• confusion, agitation, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;
• problems with memory or speech;
• problems with balance or muscle movement;
• diarrhea, severe constipation, or worsening of bowel symptoms;
• trouble swallowing;
• bruising, swelling, or pain where a Bentyl injection was given; or
• dehydration –dizziness, confusion, feeling very thirsty, less urination or sweating.

Confusion and mood or behavior changes may be more likely in older adults.

Common side effects may include:

• drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, nervousness;
• blurred vision;
• dry mouth; or
• nausea.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

What other drugs will affect Bentyl?

Using Bentyl with other drugs that make you drowsy can worsen this effect. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures.

Tell your doctor about all your current medicines. Many drugs can affect Bentyl, especially:

• bronchodilator asthma medication;
• cold or allergy medicine (Benadryl and others);
• glaucoma medication;
• heart medication;
• medicine to treat depression, anxiety, mood disorders, or mental illness;
• medicine to treat overactive bladder;
• medicine to treat Parkinson’s disease; or
• medicine to treat stomach problems, motion sickness, or irritable bowel syndrome.

What is glycopyrrolate?

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

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

Glycopyrrolate injection is also used during surgery to reduce secretions in your stomach or airway, and to help protect your heart and nervous system while you are under general anesthesia.

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

Glycopyrrolate side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Glycopyrrolate may cause serious side effects. Stop using glycopyrrolate and call your doctor at once if you have:

• severe constipation, severe stomach pain and bloating;
• diarrhea (especially if you have a colostomy or ileostomy);
• painful or difficult urination;
• fast or pounding heartbeats, fluttering in your chest;
• confusion, severe drowsiness;
• eye pain, seeing halos around lights;
• fever, shallow breathing, weak pulse, hot and red skin; or
• (in a child taking glycopyrrolate) dry diapers, fussiness, or excessive crying.

Common side effects of glycopyrrolate may include:

• constipation, nausea, vomiting, bloating;
• drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, feeling nervous;
• slow or fast heartbeats;
• sleep problems (insomnia);
• flushing (sudden warmth, redness, or tingly feeling);
• blurred vision, sensitivity to light;
• dry mouth, decreased sense of taste;
• decreased sweating, decreased urination;
• impotence, sexual problems;
• headache; or
• rash.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA .

Warnings

You should not use glycopyrrolate if you have urination problems, a blockage in your stomach or intestines, severe constipation, severe ulcerative colitis or toxic megacolon, glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, or active bleeding with heart and blood circulation problems.

Before taking this medicine

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

• a bladder obstruction or other urination problems;
• a stomach or bowel obstruction (including paralytic ileus);
• severe constipation;
• severe ulcerative colitis or toxic megacolon;
• glaucoma;
• myasthenia gravis; or
• active bleeding with fast heartbeats, low blood pressure, shortness of breath, and cold hands or feet.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• an enlarged prostate;
• liver or kidney disease;
• heart problems or a heart rhythm disorder;
• high blood pressure;
• a stomach disorder such as ulcerative colitis, hiatal hernia, reflux disease, or slow digestion;
• a colostomy or ileostomy;
• a thyroid disorder; or
• a nerve disorder.

It is not known whether glycopyrrolate will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

You should not breastfeed while using glycopyrrolate. Glycopyrrolate may slow breast milk production.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.

How should I use glycopyrrolate?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

You may need to take glycopyrrolate on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Follow the instructions provided with your medicine.

Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

Allow the orally disintegrating tablet to dissolve in your mouth without chewing. Swallow the tablet without water.

Glycopyrrolate doses are based on weight in children. Your child’s dose needs may change if the child gains or loses weight.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

Glycopyrrolate injection is given as an infusion into a vein or injected into a muscle. A healthcare provider will give you this injection if you are unable to take the medicine by mouth.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line .

Overdose symptoms may include severe muscle weakness, loss of movement, dilated pupils, jerky muscle movements, or seizure (convulsions).

What should I avoid while using glycopyrrolate?

Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how glycopyrrolate will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

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

Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.

What other drugs will affect glycopyrrolate?

Sometimes it is not safe to use certain medications at the same time. Some drugs can affect your blood levels of other drugs you take, which may increase side effects or make the medications less effective.

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:

• medicine to treat depression, anxiety, mood disorders, or mental illness;
• opioid medication;
• sleep medicine, cold or allergy medicine (Benadryl and others);
• medicine to treat Parkinson’s disease;
• medicine to treat stomach problems, motion sickness, or irritable bowel syndrome;
• medicine to treat overactive bladder;
• bronchodilator asthma medication; or
• seizure medication.

What is hyoscyamine?

Hyoscyamine is used to treat many different stomach and intestinal disorders, including peptic ulcer and irritable bowel syndrome. It is also used to control muscle spasms in the bladder, kidneys, or digestive tract, and to reduce stomach acid.

Hyoscyamine is sometimes used to reduce tremors and rigid muscles in people with symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

Hyoscyamine is also used as a drying agent to control excessive salivation, runny nose, or excessive sweating.

Hyoscyamine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Hyoscyamine side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Hyoscyamine may cause serious side effects. Stop using hyoscyamine and call your doctor at once if you have:

• anxiety, confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;
• weakness, memory problems;
• slurred speech;
• problems with balance or muscle movement;
• diarrhea; o
• pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest.

Common side effects of hyoscyamine may include:

• dizziness, drowsiness, feeling weak or tired;
• decreased sweating, decreased urination;
• blurred vision;
• rash;
• dry mouth, decreased sense of taste;
• stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, bloating;
• diarrhea, constipation;
• headache;
• sleep problems (insomnia); or
• impotence, loss of interest in sex, or trouble having an orgasm.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA.

Warnings

You should not use hyoscyamine if you have urination problems, a stomach or bowel obstruction, severe ulcerative colitis, glaucoma, or myasthenia gravis.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use hyoscyamine if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

• a bladder obstruction or other urination problems;
• an enlarged prostate;
• a stomach or bowel obstruction (including paralytic ileus);
• severe ulcerative colitis, or toxic megacolon;
• glaucoma; or
• myasthenia gravis.

Hyoscyamine is not approved for use by anyone younger than 2 years old.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• heart problems;
• high blood pressure;
• kidney disease;
• a colostomy or ileostomy;
• a thyroid disorder; or
• hiatal hernia with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease).

It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It may not be safe to breast-feed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk.

How should I take hyoscyamine?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Always follow directions on the medicine label about giving hyoscyamine to a child.

Swallow an extended-release tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it.

Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

Remove an orally disintegrating tablet from the package only when you are ready to take the medicine. Place the tablet on your tongue and allow it to dissolve. Swallow several times as the tablet dissolves. You may drink water after the pill has completely dissolved.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line .

Overdose symptoms may include headache, dizziness, dry mouth, trouble swallowing, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, hot dry skin, and feeling restless or nervous.

What should I avoid while taking hyoscyamine?

Avoid taking antacids at the same time you take hyoscyamine. Antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb hyoscyamine. If you use an antacid, take it after you have taken hyoscyamine and eaten a meal.

Drinking alcohol with hyoscyamine can cause side effects.

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

Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

What other drugs will affect hyoscyamine?

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:

• an antidepressant;
• medicine to treat mental illness;
• cold or allergy medicine (Benadryl and others);
• medicine to treat or prevent nausea and vomiting; or
• an MAO inhibitor–isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.