DESCRIPTION
PHARMACOLOGY-
Isopropamide is a long-acting quaternary anticholinergic drug. It is used in the treatment of peptic ulcer and other gastrointestinal disorders marked by hyperacidity and hypermotility.
MECHANISM OF ACTION-
Anticholinergics are a class of medications that inhibit parasympathetic nerve impulses by selectively blocking the binding of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine to its receptor in nerve cells. The nerve fibers of the parasympathetic system are responsible for the involuntary movements of smooth muscles present in the gastrointestinal tract. Inhibition here decreases acidity and motility, aiding in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders.
SIDE EFFECTS-
Decreased Sweating Less Severe,Dry Mouth Less Severe,Incomplete or Infrequent Bowel Movements, Confused Severe,Hives Severe,Increased Pressure in the Eye Severe,Inflammation of Skin caused by an Allergy Severe,Rash Severe,Blurred Vision Less Severe,Difficult or Painful Urination Less Severe,Dilated Pupil Less Severe,Drowsiness.
DRUG DRUG INTERACTION-
Isopropamide may interact with the following drugs and products:
1. Adrenaline
2. Alcohol
3. Antidepressants
4. Guanethidine
5. Levodopa
6. Lithium
7. Narcotic pain medication
8. Thyroxine
9. Trazodone
USES-
ISopropamide is used in the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptOMS-
Cold
Muscular contraction that causes pain
Peptic ulcer
Inflammation of nasal membrane
Depression
Nausea
Vomiting
Emotional instability
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