Drug Interactions between galantamine and Spasquid
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- galantamine
- Spasquid (atropine/hyoscyamine/phenobarbital/scopolamine)
Interactions between your drugs
atropine hyoscyamine
Applies to: Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine) and Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine)
Using atropine together with hyoscyamine may increase side effects such as drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, abdominal cramping, constipation, irregular heartbeat, confusion, and memory problems. Side effects may be more likely to occur in the elderly or those with a debilitating condition. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with these medications. Also avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
atropine scopolamine
Applies to: Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine) and Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine)
Using atropine together with scopolamine may increase side effects such as drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, abdominal cramping, constipation, irregular heartbeat, confusion, and memory problems. Side effects may be more likely to occur in the elderly or those with a debilitating condition. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with these medications. Also avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
atropine galantamine
Applies to: Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine) and galantamine
Using galantamine together with atropine may decrease the benefits of galantamine in the treatment of dementia. Galantamine may also counteract the benefit of atropine. Atropine should generally be avoided in patients with Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive problems. Atropine may also adversely affect elderly patients by producing symptoms ranging from mild thinking impairment to delirium. It is important that you tell your healthcare provider about all other medications that you are using including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using your medications without first talking to your doctor.
PHENobarbital scopolamine
Applies to: Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine) and Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine)
Using PHENobarbital together with scopolamine may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Some people, especially the elderly, may also experience impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with these medications. Also avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
hyoscyamine scopolamine
Applies to: Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine) and Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine)
Using hyoscyamine together with scopolamine may increase side effects such as drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, abdominal cramping, constipation, irregular heartbeat, confusion, and memory problems. Side effects may be more likely to occur in the elderly or those with a debilitating condition. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with these medications. Also avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
hyoscyamine galantamine
Applies to: Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine) and galantamine
Using galantamine together with hyoscyamine may decrease the benefits of galantamine in the treatment of dementia. Galantamine may also counteract the benefit of hyoscyamine. Hyoscyamine should generally be avoided in patients with Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive problems. Hyoscyamine may also adversely affect elderly patients by producing symptoms ranging from mild thinking impairment to delirium. It is important that you tell your healthcare provider about all other medications that you are using including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using your medications without first talking to your doctor.
scopolamine galantamine
Applies to: Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine) and galantamine
Using galantamine together with scopolamine may decrease the benefits of galantamine in the treatment of dementia. Galantamine may also counteract the benefit of scopolamine. Scopolamine should generally be avoided in patients with Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive problems. Scopolamine may also adversely affect elderly patients by producing symptoms ranging from mild thinking impairment to delirium. It is important that you tell your healthcare provider about all other medications that you are using including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using your medications without first talking to your doctor.
Drug and food interactions
PHENobarbital food
Applies to: Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine)
Ask your doctor before using PHENobarbital together with ethanol (alcohol), this can add to dizziness, drowsiness and other side effects of PHENobarbital. Be careful if you drive or do activities that require you to be awake and alert. Talk with your doctor before using any medications together, or drinking alcohol with PHENobarbital. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
galantamine food
Applies to: galantamine
Galantamine should be taken with food, and you should drink plenty of fluids throughout the day to reduce the severity of certain side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and/or weight loss. Extended-release formulations should be swallowed whole (i.E., do not crush, chew, or divide the pill) and are often recommended to be taken in the morning. You should speak with your healthcare provider before using grapefruit products (fruit, juice, supplements) with galantamine as they may increase the blood levels and side effects of galantamine. You should also contact your healthcare provider if you experience changes in your heart rate, seizures, difficulty breathing, trouble urinating, dizziness, fainting, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and/or unexpected weight loss. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
atropine food
Applies to: Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine)
Ask your doctor before using atropine together with ethanol (alcohol). Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking atropine. You should be warned not to exceed recommended dosages and to avoid activities requiring mental alertness. If your doctor prescribes these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment to safely take this combination. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
hyoscyamine food
Applies to: Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine)
Ask your doctor before using hyoscyamine together with ethanol (alcohol). Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking hyoscyamine. You should be warned not to exceed recommended dosages and to avoid activities requiring mental alertness. If your doctor prescribes these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment to safely take this combination. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
scopolamine food
Applies to: Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine)
Ask your doctor before using scopolamine together with ethanol (alcohol). Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking scopolamine. You should be warned not to exceed recommended dosages and to avoid activities requiring mental alertness. If your doctor prescribes these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment to safely take this combination. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
scopolamine food
Applies to: Spasquid (atropine / hyoscyamine / phenobarbital / scopolamine)
Information for this minor interaction is available on the professional version.
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
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