Spasmolin Side Effects

Generic name: atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine

Note: This document contains side effect information about atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Spasmolin.

Some side effects of Spasmolin may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

For the Consumer

Applies to atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine: oral elixir, oral tablet

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• diarrhea;

• painful or difficult urination;

• fast or pounding heartbeats;

• blurred vision with eye pain, or seeing halos around lights;

• feeling like you might pass out; or

• mouth sores, red or bleeding gums, or tooth decay (with long-term use).

Less serious side effects of atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine may include:

• drowsiness;

• blurred vision, increased sensitivity to light;

• dry mouth;

• decreased taste sensation;

• decreased sweating or urination;

• headache, dizziness, weakness;

• sleep problems (insomnia);

• nausea, vomiting, constipation, bloating;

• feeling restless or excited; 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.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine: oral capsule, oral elixir, oral liquid, oral tablet, oral tablet extended release

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included xerostomia, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and bloating.

Genitourinary

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

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects have included tachycardia and palpitation.

Ocular

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

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity reactions have included severe allergic reactions, anaphylaxis, urticaria, and other dermal manifestations.

Endocrine

Endocrine side effects have included suppression of lactation.

Musculoskeletal

Musculoskeletal side effects have included musculoskeletal pain.

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included headache, excitement, and agitation.

Psychiatric

Psychiatric side effects have included excitement in some patients and sedation in other patients with use of phenobarbital. Abrupt withdrawal from phenobarbital may produce delirium or convulsions.

General

General side effects have included drowsiness, weakness, loss of taste sense, decreased sweating, and insomnia. Elderly patients may react with symptoms of excitement, agitation, drowsiness, and other untoward manifestations to even small doses of the drug.

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