Belladonna
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Belladonna is a perennial plant indigenous to Central and Southern Europe and cultivated in North America, it contains various anticholinergic alkaloids, including atropine, hyoscyamine and scopolamine which are used medicinally.
Indications
Belladonna is primarily indicated in conditions like Dysmenorrhea, Motion sickness, Parkinsonism, Peptic ulcer, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Biliary spasm, Cancer.
Contraindications
Belladonna is contraindicated in conditions like Narrow-angle glaucoma, Tachyarrhythmia.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Belladonna, which give rise to further complications include Hallucinations, Dysuria, Cramps. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Belladonna are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dry mouth, Dry skin, Hyperthermia.
Warnings
Belladonna should be used with caution in patients with heart, liver kidney or obstructive gastrointestinal (GI) diseases. Patient should observe caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness because may impair mental or physical abilities. It should be used with caution in hot weather. Reduce dose or discontinue therapy if loss of appetite or weight occur.
High Risk Groups
If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
No adult dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Belladona was found.
Storage
Elixir Store Below 40°C. Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture. Tab, Caps Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.