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Lomotil
IndicationTreatment for diarrhea
ActionInhibits GI motility via anticholinergic effects
Therapeutic ClassAntidiarrheal
Pharmacologic ClassAnticholinergic
Nursing Considerations• Contraindicated with angle-closure glaucoma, dehydration • Structurally related to opioids so use caution with patients that have allergies to opioids • May cause constipation, tachycardia, dizziness, ileus • Monitor liver function as the medication is excreted by the liver • Ensure that client is taking medication as prescribed and not double dosing
By Jon Haws, RN CCRN Alumnus4.4
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Lomotil
IndicationTreatment for diarrhea
ActionInhibits GI motility via anticholinergic effects
Therapeutic ClassAntidiarrheal
Pharmacologic ClassAnticholinergic
Nursing Considerations• Contraindicated with angle-closure glaucoma, dehydration • Structurally related to opioids so use caution with patients that have allergies to opioids • May cause constipation, tachycardia, dizziness, ileus • Monitor liver function as the medication is excreted by the liver • Ensure that client is taking medication as prescribed and not double dosing

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