Atropine (Systemic) and Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone
Determining the interaction of Atropine (Systemic) and Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Using atropine together with calcium carbonate can decrease the effects of atropine. Calcium carbonate should be separated from oral atropine by 3 to 4 hours. You may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Concurrent administration of antacids or adsorbent antidiarrheal agents may decrease the oral bioavailability of atropine.
MANAGEMENT: Doses of antacids or adsorbent antidiarrheals should be separated from oral atropine by 3 to 4 hours.
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
Generic Name: atropine
Brand name: Sal-Tropine, AtroPen, Atreza
Synonyms: Atropine (injection)
Generic Name: calcium carbonate / simethicone
Brand name: Alka-Seltzer Heartburn + Gas, Gas-X with Maalox Extra Strength, Maalox Advanced Maximum Strength, Maalox Junior Plus Antigas, Tums Gas Relief Chewy Bites
Synonyms: n.a.
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
- Atropine (Systemic)-Calcium Carbonate Capsules and Tablets
- Atropine (Systemic)-Calcium Carbonate Chewable Tablets
- Atropine (Systemic)-Calcium Carbonate Chewable Tablets (Antacid)
- Atropine (Systemic)-Calcium Carbonate Suspension
- Atropine (Systemic)-Calcium Carbonate Tablets (Antacid)
- Atropine (Systemic)-Calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone
- Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone-Atropine and diphenoxylate
- Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone-Atropine and pralidoxime
- Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone-Atropine Auto-Injector
- Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone-Atropine Care Ophthalmic
- Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone-Atropine Eye Drops
- Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone-Atropine Eye Ointment