Vi-Atro and Vimpat

• Generic Name: atropine / diphenoxylate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Lomotil, Lonox, Lomocot, Vi-Atro

Diphenoxylate and atropine combination is used along with other measures (eg, fluid and electrolyte treatment) to treat severe diarrhea. Diphenoxylate helps stop diarrhea by slowing down the movements of the intestines.

Diphenoxylate is chemically related to some narcotics and may be habit-forming if taken in doses that are larger than prescribed. If higher than normal doses of the combination are taken, the atropine will cause unpleasant effects.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: lacosamide
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated; injection; oral solution
• Other Brand Names: Vimpat

Vimpat (lacosamide) is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant.

Vimpat is used together with other medications to treat partial-onset seizures in adults and children with epilepsy.

Vimpat tablets and oral solution are for use in adults and children who are at least 4 years old. Vimpat injection is for use only in adults.