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Donnatal overview
BRAND NAMES:
Antispasmodic, Donnatal, Phenohytro, Antispasmodic, Donnatal, Librax, Phenohytro, Quadrapax, Quadrapax
Generic Names:
Phenobarbital-Belladonna Alk
Uses:
Treats symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Also treats colitis, peptic ulcers, or other digestive problems. Often used with other medicines., Treats irritable bowel syndrome and similar digestion problems. May also treat duodenal ulcers.
Therapeutic Classes:
Antimuscarinic Combination, Gastrointestinal Agent, Antimuscarinic Combination, Digestant, Gastrointestinal Agent
Forms:
Tablet, Liquid, Long Acting Tablet, Capsule, Capsule, Long Acting Tablet, Liquid, Tablet
How it’s taken:
By mouth, By mouth
What is Donnatal used for?
Donnatal is a combination medicine containing belladonna alkaloids and phenobarbital. Belladonna alkaloids helps to reduce muscle spasms in the digestive or urinary tract, and reduce fluid secretions from certain glands or organs. Phenobarbital acts on the brain and nervous system to slow its activity. It is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome and ulcers in the intestine.
What form(s) does Donnatal come in
Tablet
Liquid
Long Acting Tablet
Capsule
Capsule
Long Acting Tablet
Liquid
Tablet
What are common Donnatal doses?
Tablet 16.2MG
Bottle 120ML of 16.2MG/5ML
Bottle 480ML of 16.2MG/5ML
Common Donnatal prescriptions
Donnatal
120ml of 16.2mg/5ml bottleDonnatal
480ml of 16.2mg/5ml bottleDonnatal
16.2mg tablet
How to take Donnatal
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
What to do if you miss a dose of Donnatal
Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Donnatal contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to atropine, hyoscyamine, scopolamine, or phenobarbital. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant.
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to atropine, chlordiazepoxide, clidinium, hyoscyamine, phenobarbital, or scopolamine, or any other belladonna alkaloid medicine. You should not use this medicine if you have glaucoma (increased pressure in your eyes), or if you have porphyria. You should not use this medicine if you have an enlarged prostate or trouble urinating, or if you have myasthenia gravis. You should not use this medicine if you have hiatal hernia or certain intestinal problems, such as a blockage in your bowels, or if you have severe colitis (inflammation of the bowel) that has caused ulcers.
Donnatal warnings
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding, or if you have kidney or liver problems. Make sure your doctor knows if you have heart problems or high blood pressure, or if you have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland). Before starting to use this medicine, let your doctor know if you have diarrhea.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely.
This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
This medicine may make you sweat less. Your body could get too hot if you do not sweat enough. Stay out of hot places. Try to stay indoors or somewhere cool during hot weather. If you have a fever, call your doctor for advice. If your body gets too hot, you might feel dizzy, weak, tired, or confused. You might have an upset stomach or vomit. Call your doctor if you are too hot and cannot cool down.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, of if you have glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, trouble urinating, or porphyria. Also tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, heart disease, heart rhythm problems, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, autonomic neuropathy, or an allergy to aspirin or tartrazine.
Even though this medicine treats digestion problems, it can also cause problems if you have certain other digestive conditions. Tell your doctor about all digestion problems, including colitis, reflux disease (GERD), blocked intestines, or gastric ulcer.
This medicine may cause you to sweat less and overheat. Avoid hot temperatures.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
Donnatal interactions
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely.
This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
This medicine may cause you to sweat less and overheat. Avoid hot temperatures.
Even though this medicine treats digestion problems, it can also cause problems if you have certain other digestive conditions. Tell your doctor about all digestion problems, including colitis, reflux disease (GERD), blocked intestines, or gastric ulcer.
Some drugs and foods can affect how this medicine works. Tell your doctor if you are also using a blood thinner, such as warfarin.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using a blood thinner medicine, such as warfarin (Coumadin®), or if you are also using other medicines to treat your ulcer or digestive problem.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
This medicine may make you sweat less. Your body could get too hot if you do not sweat enough. Stay out of hot places. Try to stay indoors or somewhere cool during hot weather. If you have a fever, call your doctor for advice. If your body gets too hot, you might feel dizzy, weak, tired, or confused. You might have an upset stomach or vomit. Call your doctor if you are too hot and cannot cool down.
This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely.
Donnatal side effects
Serious Side Effects
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
Unusual excitement or restlessness
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Fast or uneven heart beat.
Decrease in how often and how much you urinate.
Dry mouth.
Feeling bloated.
Feeling unusually angry, excited, nervous, or weak.
Headache.
Nausea, vomiting, or constipation.
Pain in your bones or muscles.
Unable to sleep.
Less Serious Side Effects
Nausea, vomiting, or constipation.
Decrease in how much you sweat.
Feeling bloated.
Blurred vision.
Dry mouth.
Unable to sleep.
Headache.
Decrease in how often and how much you urinate.
Feeling unusually angry, excited, nervous, or weak.
Pain in your bones or muscles.
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