Question 1

who should not use atropine injections?

Accepted Answer

Atropine injections: "Conditions in which inhibition of postganglionic cholinergic nerves are undesirable, such as glaucoma and tachycardia. Also contraindicated in asthma, because the parenteral dose which might relieve asthma would have an excessive drying effect upon mucous plugs in the bronchi. Prostatic hypertrophy, while not a contraindication, requires special attention to signs of urinary retention." See:

Question 2

can children be given atropine injections?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The use of this drug is common in some clinical settings, like before surgery. It is safe and effective when used in the appropriate setting.

Question 3

what is the therapeutic dosage range of atropine?

Accepted Answer

Atropine: Depends on the age &amp; what it is used for.  For example, for heart block in children it is started at 0.01-0.03mg. per kg. intravenous, and for adult it is 0.4-1mg.  For other uses, consult your doctor.

Question 4

i wanna know whether atropine injection is high alert or not?

Accepted Answer

?Question: Not sure what your question is here, but atropine injections are often used in critical situations.

Question 5

what are the side effects of atropine in an overdose?

Accepted Answer

Atropine: Atropine has drying effects, leading to constipation, dry skin, blurred vision, dry skin, fever, dry mouth, etc.

Question 6

what side effects are associated with atropine injections?

Accepted Answer

Atropine: Atropine has drying effects, leading to constipation, dry skin, blurred vision, dry skin, fever, dry mouth, etc.

Question 7

what are the side effects of atropine if taken an overdose?

Accepted Answer

Anticholinergic: Atropine overdose leads to anticholinergic symptoms, like dry mouth, urinary retention, constipation, decreased bowel sounds, flushing or reddening of the skin, fever and disorientation.

Question 8

how long will it take for the atropine to wear off and my pupils to shrink back to normal size?

Accepted Answer

Atropine for eyes: The duration of action for Atropine can last up to two weeks. If vision is blurred, protect eyes from bright light & do not drive or operate dangerous machinery until the atropine's effects have worn off. Many eye docs do not use Atropine because of this long duration of action.

Question 9

why does atropine slow down the heart ratw?

Accepted Answer

It doesn't: It speeds it up.

Question 10

did they used to make diphenoxylate without atropine?

Accepted Answer

Diphenoxylate: crosses the blood brain barrier and is very addicting. It is manufactured in bulk as a schedule II narcotic then combined with other agents like Atropine to yield Lomotil (diphenoxylat and atropine) which is a schedule V drug (less highly regulated)  There are similar agents that are sold by themselves or also in combination.  Yes, they used to just make it until they realized you could become seriously addicted.

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