Belladonna and Opium Suppository and Diclegis

• Generic Name: belladonna / opium
• Dosage Forms: rectal suppository
• Other Brand Names:

  B & O Supprettes 15-A, B & O Supprettes 16-A

Belladonna is a natural substance made from a toxic plant. The medicinal form of belladonna has many effects in the body, such as decreasing muscle activity.

Opium is also a natural substance made from the seeds of a plant. The medicinal form of opium is an opioid pain medication, sometimes called a narcotic.

Belladonna and opium is a combination medicine used to treat moderate to severe pain caused by muscle spasms in the tubes that connect the kidneys to the bladder.

Belladonna and opium may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: doxylamine / pyridoxine
• Dosage Forms: tablet, delayed release
• Other Brand Names: Bonjesta, Diclegis

Diclegis is a delayed-release tablet containing a combination of doxylamine and pyridoxine. Doxylamine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Pyridoxine is a form of vitamin B (B6).

Diclegis is used to treat nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, sometimes called morning sickness.

Diclegis may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.