Levsin
- Generic Name: hyoscyamine
- Brand Name: Levsin
Levsin (Hyoscyamine) side effects drug center
Levsin Side Effects Center
What Is Levsin?
Levsin (hyoscyamine) is one of the principal anticholinergic/antispasmodic components of belladonna alkaloids used to treat different stomach and intestinal disorders, including peptic ulcer and irritable bowel syndrome. Levsin is also used to control muscle spasms in the bladder, kidneys, or digestive tract, and to reduce stomach acid. Levsin is sometimes used to reduce tremors and rigid muscles in people with symptoms of Parkinson's disease, and is also used as a drying agent to control excessive salivation, runny nose, or excessive sweating. Levsin is available in generic form.
What Are Side Effects of Levsin?
Common side effects of Levsin include:
- dizziness,
- drowsiness,
- nervousness,
- blurred vision,
- dry mouth,
- vision problems,
- headache,
- trouble sleeping (insomnia),
- constipation,
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- bloating,
- heartburn,
- changes in taste,
- problems with urination,
- impotence,
- loss of interest in sex,
- trouble having an orgasm,
- flushing,
- dry skin, and
- decreased sweating.
Tell your doctor if you experience unlikely but serious side effects of Levsin including:
- mental/mood changes (e.g., confusion, unusual excitement),
- fast/irregular heartbeat,
- loss of coordination, or
- slurred speech.
Dosage for Levsin
Dosage of Levsin for adults and children 12 years of age and older: 1 to 2 tablets every four hours or as needed. Do not exceed 12 tablets in 24 hours. Pediatric patients 2 to under 12 years of age: ½ to 1 tablet every four hours or as needed. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours.
What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Levsin?
Levsin may interact with amantadine, haloperidol, MAO inhibitors, phenothiazines, or antidepressants. Tell your doctor all medications you use.
Levsin During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Levsin should be used only when prescribed during pregnancy. This drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Additional Information
Our Levsin (hyoscyamine) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.
Levsin Consumer Information
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using hyoscyamine and call your doctor at once if you have:
- anxiety, confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;
- weakness, memory problems;
- slurred speech;
- problems with balance or muscle movement;
- diarrhea; o
- pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest.
Common side effects may include:
- dizziness, drowsiness, feeling weak or tired;
- decreased sweating, decreased urination;
- blurred vision;
- rash;
- dry mouth, decreased sense of taste;
- stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, bloating;
- diarrhea, constipation;
- headache;
- sleep problems (insomnia); 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. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Read the entire detailed patient monograph for Levsin (Hyoscyamine)
Levsin Professional Information
SIDE EFFECTS
All of the following adverse reactions have been reported with hyoscyamine sulfate. Adverse reactions may include dryness of the 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; diarrhea; allergic reactions or drug idiosyncrasies; urticaria and other dermal manifestations; ataxia; speech disturbance; some degree of mental confusion and/or excitement (especially in elderly persons); short-term memory loss; hallucinations; and decreased sweating.
Read the entire FDA prescribing information for Levsin (Hyoscyamine)
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