Opium
Information, Symptoms, Treatments and Resources
What is Opium?
Generic Name: opium
Other Brand Names:
Opium Deodorized, Paregoric
Opium is a narcotic derived from the seed pod of a poppy plant. It works by increasing smooth
muscle tone and decreasing fluid secretions in the intestines. This slows the movement of bowel matter
through the intestines.
Opium preparation (sometimes called "opium tincture" or "paregoric") is used to treat diarrhea.
Opium preparation is sometimes given with other anti-diarrhea medication such as kaolin and pectic
(Kaopectate).
Opium preparation may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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