What is donnatal?

phenobarb-hyoscyamn-atropine-scop 16.2 mg-0.1037 mg-0.0194 mg Tab
Drug Name: BELLADONNA ALK W/PHENOB-ORAL
Uses: This product contains several medications: belladonna alkaloids (made up of the drugs hyoscyamine, atropine, and scopolamine) and phenobarbital. Belladonna alkaloids help to reduce the symptoms of stomach and intestinal cramping. They work by slowing the natural movements of the gut and by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and intestines. Belladonna alkaloids belong to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics/antispasmodics. Phenobarbital helps to reduce anxiety. It acts on the brain to produce a calming effect. Phenobarbital belongs to a class of drugs known as barbiturate sedatives.
Posts on donnatal (132)
- Mar 15, 2005
Dr.Pho:
One week ago today, I had a colonoscopy with a rectal surgeon to confirm his diagn...
- Jul 14, 2003
I have written this site before and appreciate the informative information I have received ...
has anyone tried donnatal? their website (www.donnatal.com) says that it's an adjunct thera...
- Oct 01, 2008
what are the causes of a dark olive green stool....it is not blood, already had it checked ...
I'm 24, back home after 2 years of living in Mexico. I've had abdominal discomfort, nausea ...
- Jun 06, 2011
I have had ovarian cysts for a few years now. My last ultra sound was tagged "atypical" cy...
I dont know what the technical term would be for this but has anyone experienced this.. whe...
- Aug 26, 2002
Hello,
I am 40 years old, have an Aunt and her 2 daughters that all had breast cancer (e...
- Sep 29, 2008
I used to take Donnatal regularly many years ago. It was a blue/gray capsule. The dosage ...
For the last 2 months I have been having a problem with movements. I start every morning wi...