Atropin

Atropin Infusion is used in emergency situations when the heart beats too slowly, as an antidote to insecticide or mushroom poisoning. It can be used as part of the premedication before general anesthesia. It is also used in combination with other drugs to reverse the effect of muscle relaxants used during surgery.

Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure, lung disease, stomach ulcers, liver problems, and thyroid disorders before taking this medicine.

This medicine is injected into a muscle, under the skin, or as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give you this injection in a hospital setting only.

Some of the signs of overdose are dilation of the pupils, difficulty in swallowing, hot dry skin, flushing, inability to pass urine, rapid breathing, increased heart rate, and hyperactivity. However, this rarely happens as Atropin Infusion is administered under the care of a highly trained doctor. If you suspect you have been given this medicine in excess, you should tell the doctor immediately.

Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Atropin Infusion can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heatstroke. Drink lots of fluids to stop fluid loss.

No, Atropin Infusion should not be given during pregnancy since the medicine may cross the placental barrier and may cause tachycardia (rapid heartbeat) in the fetus.

Yes, dry mouth is a common side-effect of this medicine. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sucking sugarless candy may help.

This medicine may cause drowsiness and blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not drive until your pupils are no longer dilated.