| Belladonna and Opium Suppositories | 85.0000000000000 | Belladonna and Opium Suppositories | Belladonna and Opium Suppositories | B | English | Pharmacy | NA | NA | Renal system/Urinary system | Drugs and Supplements | Caregivers
Adult (19+) | NA | | 1996-10-27T04:00:00Z | | | | | | 9.10000000000000 | 51.8000000000000 | 549.000000000000 | | Drugs (A-Z) | Drug A-Z | <p class="akh-article-overview">Your child needs to take the medicine that contains two medicines, belladonna and opium. This information sheet explains what belladonna and opium do, how to take it, and what side effects, or problems, your child may have when they take this medici</p> | <p>Your child needs to take the medicine that contains 2 medicines, belladonna (say: bel-a-DON-a) and opium (say: OH-pee-um). This information sheet explains what belladonna and opium do, how to take the medicine, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine. </p> | | | | | | | | | | | | | | <h2>What are belladonna and opium?</h2>
<p>These suppositories contain 2 medicines, belladonna and opium. They are used to treat pain caused by urethral spasms. Spasms may occur after surgery to the urinary tract. Opium provides pain control and belladonna helps stop the spasms. </p> | <h2>How should I give my child belladonna and opium?</h2>
<p>Follow these instructions when giving your child this medicine:</p>
<ul><li>Give the medicine by rectum (into the bum). </li>
<li>Give your child the medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist tells you to. Do not give extra medicine or give it more often than you are told. If you do not feel that it is working properly, talk to your doctor. </li></ul>
<p>For instructions on how to give a suppository, please see "<a href="/Article?contentid=992&language=English">Suppository Instructions</a>." </p> | <h2>What should I do if my child misses a dose of belladonna and opium?</h2>
<p>Usually this medication is taken only as needed, but if your child is taking this medicine at regular times:</p>
<ul><li>Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. </li>
<li>If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. </li>
<li>Give your child the dose at the regular time. </li>
<li>Give your child only 1 dose at a time. </li></ul> | | | <h2>What are the possible side effects of belladonna and opium?</h2>
<p>Call your doctor if your child continues to have any of these signs or symptoms:</p>
<ul><li>trouble having a bowel movement (constipation) </li>
<li>upset stomach, <a href="/Article?contentid=746&language=English">throwing up</a></li>
<li>tiredness </li>
<li>a dry mouth or throat </li>
<li>rash, itching </li></ul>
<p>Contact your doctor immediately if your child has:</p>
<ul><li>blurred vision </li>
<li>nervousness </li>
<li>confusion </li>
<li>dizziness </li>
<li><a href="/Article?contentid=894&language=English">fast heartbeat</a></li></ul> | | <h2>What other important information should I know about belladonna and opium?</h2><ul><li>This medicine may cause <a>constipation</a> (trouble having a bowel movement), especially if your child takes it regularly. To help prevent this, it is important for your child to eat a <a>well-balanced diet which includes fibre</a>, for example fruits, vegetables, and cereal. Your child should also drink extra liquid while taking this medicine. </li><li>Check with your child's doctor or pharmacist before you give your child any other medicine (prescribed or not prescribed). Some cold or allergy medicines may cause your child to be more drowsy. </li><li>Keep the whole suppositories at room temperature, away from heat. Keep the 1/2 or 1/4 suppositories in the refrigerator.<br></li></ul> | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/ICO_DrugA-Z.png | Belladonna and Opium Suppositories | Belladonna and Opium Suppositories | False | | | | | | | | |
