| U.S. Brand Names |
| Daricon® |
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| Generic Available |
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No |
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| Synonyms |
| Oxyphencyclimine Hydrochloride |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Anticholinergic Agent; Antispasmodic Agent, Gastrointestinal |
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| Use |
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Adjunctive treatment of peptic ulcer |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Contraindications |
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Angle-closure glaucoma; obstructive GI tract or uropathy; severe ulcerative colitis; myasthenia gravis; intestinal atony |
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| Adverse Reactions |
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>10%: Dermatologic: Dry skin Gastrointestinal: Constipation, dry throat, xerostomia Respiratory: Dry nose Miscellaneous: Decreased diaphoresis 1% to 10%: Dermatologic: Increased sensitivity to light Gastrointestinal: Dysphagia |
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| Drug Interactions |
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Increased anticholinergic side effects by amantadine; decreased phenothiazines, antiparkinsonian drugs, Haldol® effects |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Children >12 years and Adults: Oral: 10 mg twice daily or 5 mg 3 times/day |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status |
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May cause drowsiness, nervousness, confusion, amnesia, or insomnia |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment |
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Concurrent use with psychotropics may alter their clinical effects, but it is not likely to be of significance, however, side effects may be additive especially anticholinergics (drowsiness, dry mouth) |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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>10% of patients experience dry mouth |
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| Patient Information |
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May cause drowsiness; avoid alcohol; may impair coordination and judgment may cause blurred vision |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Tablet, as hydrochloride: 10 mg |
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