Opium preparation and Secretin Intravenous

• Generic Name: opium
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Opium Deodorized, Paregoric

Opium preparation is an opioid, sometimes called a narcotic.

Opium is derived from the seed pod of a poppy plant. It works by increasing smooth muscle tone and decreasing fluid secretions in the intestines. This slows the movement of bowel matter through the intestines.

Opium preparation (sometimes called "opium tincture") is used to treat diarrhea.

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

• Generic Name: secretin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: ChiRhoStim, SecreFlo

Secretin injection is used for the stimulation of pancreas secretions to help diagnose or find problems in the pancreas and to help identify the ampulla of Vater and accessory papilla during endoscopy. It is also used to help in the diagnosis of gastrinoma (tumor of the bowel or pancreas).

Secretin is to be given only by or under the supervision of a doctor.