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Propantheline Side Effects

Brand Names: Pro-Banthine

Please note - some side effects for Propantheline may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).


Side Effects of Propantheline - for the Consumer

Propantheline

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Propantheline:

Bloated feeling; blurred vision; clumsiness; constipation; decreased sweating; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; enlarged pupils; excitement; headache; nausea; nervousness; sleeplessness.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Propantheline:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); agitation; confusion; decreased sexual ability; diarrhea; difficulty focusing eyes; difficulty urinating; disorientation; exaggerated feeling of well-being; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; loss of coordination; loss of taste in mouth; memory loss; pounding in the chest; severe or persistent sleeplessness; speech changes; unusual weakness; vision changes; vomiting.

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Side Effects by Body System

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included nausea, vomiting, constipation, bloating, and drying of salivary secretions.

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects have included tachycardia and palpitations.

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included headache, nervousness, and mental confusion.

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity reactions have included allergic reactions or drug idiosyncrasies, anaphylaxis, urticaria, and other dermal manifestations.

Genitourinary

Genitourinary side effects have included urinary hesitancy, urinary retention, and impotence.

Ocular

Ocular side effects have included blurred vision, mydriasis, cycloplegia, and increased ocular tension.

Endocrine

Endocrine side effects have included suppression of lactation.

General

General side effects have included decreased sweating, drowsiness, weakness, dizziness, and insomnia.

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