What is Levbid used for?
Hyoscyamine is used to treat a variety of stomach/intestinal problems such as cramps and irritable bowel syndrome. It is also used to treat other conditions such as bladder and bowel control problems, cramping pain caused by kidney stones and gallstones, and Parkinson’s disease.
How long does it take Levbid to work?
Response and effectiveness. Hyoscyamine works quickly, particularly the sublingual or disintegrating tablets which work within a few minutes. Effects last for six-to-eight hours (immediate-release formulations) or twelve hours (extended-release formulations).
Is Levbid a muscle relaxer?
Levbid is an extended-release drug used in the treatment of a wide spectrum of illnesses, ranging from overactive bladder and gut spasms to muscle rigidity caused by Parkinson’s disease. The active ingredient in Levbid, hyoscyamine, is a muscle relaxant.
How often can you take Levbid?
Disintegrating Tablet (Levsin): The dose is 0.125 mg three times a day or before meals. If you are using the tablet, make sure your hands are dry before you handle the tablet. Place the tablet on your tongue or under your tongue. The tablet should melt quickly.
Is Levbid FDA approved?
Disclaimer: This drug has not been found by FDA to be safe and effective, and this labeling has not been approved by FDA.
Can Levbid cause diarrhea?
Adverse effects include dry mouth, urinary hesitancy and retention, blurred vision, tachycardia, palpitations, mydriasis, increased ocular tension, loss of taste, headache, nervousness, drowsiness, weakness, fatigue, dizziness, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, impotence, constipation, bloated feeling, abdominal pain.
Can I take hyoscyamine every day?
Adults and children age 12 or older: Take 1 to 2 tablets by mouth every 4 hours or as needed. Do not take more than 12 tablets in 24 hours. Children ages 2 to 11 years: Take ½ to 1 tablet by mouth every 4 hours or as needed. Do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours.
Can you take hyoscyamine on an empty stomach?
Antacids lower the absorption of hyoscyamine. If you use antacids, take them after meals and take hyoscyamine before meals; or take antacids at least 1 hour after taking hyoscyamine. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
Does hyoscyamine make you poop?
And anticholinergic and antispasmodic medications such as hyoscyamine and dicyclomine can relieve bowel spasms, but they may worsen constipation and lead to difficulty urinating. These medications should be used with caution by patients with glaucoma.
Can I take hyoscyamine on an empty stomach?
Is hyoscyamine a pain killer?
Does hyoscyamine make poop?
Can you drink water with hyoscyamine?
To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use a saliva substitute. Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
What happens if you swallow hyoscyamine?
Overdose symptoms of taking too much hyoscyamine (Levsin) may include headache, dizziness, dry mouth, vomiting, blurred vision, trouble swallowing, and hot, dry skin. If you have accidently overdosed on hyoscyamine (Levsin), call the poison control center or seek medical attention immediately.