Generic name: Methscopolamine
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is Pamine Forte?
Methscopolamine reduces the secretions of certain organs in the body, such as the stomach.
Methscopolamine is used to reduce stomach acid secretion to help control peptic ulcers. This medicine does not help heal an ulcer.
Methscopolamine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use methscopolamine if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
- glaucoma;
- bladder obstruction or other urination problems;
- a stomach or bowel obstruction (including paralytic ileus);
- myasthenia gravis; or
- severe constipation, or colitis or toxic megacolon.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- an enlarged prostate;
- heart problems;
- high blood pressure;
- liver or kidney disease;
- a thyroid disorder; or
- a colostomy or ileostomy.
Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine.
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Methscopolamine can slow breast milk production. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Methscopolamine is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I use Pamine Forte
Use Pamine Forte (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Methscopolamine is usually taken 30 minutes before meals and at bedtime. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions.
Your doctor will need to check your progress on a regular basis.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.
Pamine Forte side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using methscopolamine and call your doctor at once if you have:
- painful or difficult urination;
- little or no urination;
- pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest;
- severe diarrhea; or
- confusion, nervousness.
Common side effects may include:
- headache;
- drowsiness, dizziness;
- blurred vision;
- nausea, vomiting, constipation, bloating;
- dry mouth, decreased sense of taste;
- decreased sweating; or
- trouble sleeping.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Pamine Forte?
Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Methscopolamine can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke.
This medicine may cause dizziness or blurred vision and may impair your reactions. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you.
Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.