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Diphenoxylate-Atropine (Lomotil) Nursing Considerations


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Download the cheat: https://bit.ly/50-meds  View the lesson: https://bit.ly/Diphenoxylate-AtropineLomotilNursingConsiderations    Generic Name Diphenoxylate/atropine Trade Name

Lomotil

Indication

Treatment for diarrhea

Action

Inhibits GI motility via anticholinergic effects

Therapeutic Class

Antidiarrheal

Pharmacologic Class

Anticholinergic

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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