Common side effects may include:
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dry mouth, dry nose, trouble breathing or swallowing;
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dry eyes, blurred vision, increased sensitivity to light;
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nausea, vomiting, constipation, stomach pain, bloating;
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fast heartbeats, increased blood pressure;
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feeling excited or confused;
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headache, dizziness, drowsiness;
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muscle weakness;
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dry skin, rash; or
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abnormal liver function tests.
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 DuoDote?
Other drugs may affect DuoDote, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and . If possible, before you receive DuoDote, tell your doctor about all your current medicines.
Further information
- Your doctor can provide more information about DuoDote.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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Before taking this medicine
If possible, before you receive DuoDote, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
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an allergy to any medication;
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heart problems, a heart attack, or coronary artery disease;
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high blood pressure;
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liver or kidney disease;
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asthma, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder), bronchitis, emphysema, or other breathing problem;
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narrow-angle glaucoma; or
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an , urination problems.
In an emergency situation it may not be possible to tell your caregivers if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Make sure any doctor caring for your pregnancy or your baby knows you have received DuoDote.
How is DuoDote given?
DuoDote is injected into a muscle in your upper thigh. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
DuoDote is usually given as soon as possible after the onset of poisoning symptoms. If you still have symptoms after 10 to 15 minutes, you will receive 2 more injections.
Your breathing, blood pressure, oxygen levels, kidney function, and other vital signs will be watched closely.
You may be watched for up to 72 hours to make sure the medicine has been effective and you no longer have any effects of the poison.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Since DuoDote is used when needed, it does not have a daily dosing schedule.
What happens if I overdose?
Since this medication is given by a healthcare professional in a medical setting, an overdose is unlikely to occur.
Overdose may occur if you receive DuoDote but you have not actually been exposed to the specific poisons this medication is designed to treat. Symptoms may include vision problems, feeling unsteady, loss of balance or coordination, trouble concentrating, fast heart rate, confusion, hallucinations (seeing or hearing things), decreased sweating, hot and dry skin, fainting, weak or shallow breathing, or breathing that stops.
What should I avoid after receiving DuoDote?
Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Atropine can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke for a short time after receiving this medication.
DuoDote side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Some of the side effects of atropine and pralidoxime may be similar to the symptoms of poisoning. Your caregivers will watch you closely to determine whether your body is responding well to the medication, or if you are having any serious side effects.
Tell your caregivers right away if you have:
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pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest;
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chest pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder;
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trouble swallowing;
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painful or difficult urination;
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little or no urination;
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unusual changes in mood or behavior; or
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blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights.
Side effects may be more likely in older adults.
Common side effects may include:
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dry mouth, dry nose, trouble breathing or swallowing;
-
dry eyes, blurred vision, increased sensitivity to light;
-
nausea, vomiting, constipation, stomach pain, bloating;
-
fast heartbeats, increased blood pressure;
-
feeling excited or confused;
-
headache, dizziness, drowsiness;
-
muscle weakness;
-
dry skin, rash; or
-
abnormal liver function tests.
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 DuoDote?
Other drugs may affect DuoDote, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and . If possible, before you receive DuoDote, tell your doctor about all your current medicines.
Further information
- Your doctor can provide more information about DuoDote.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
Copyright 1996-2018 Cerner Multum, Inc. Version: 2.01.
The content of Holevn is solely for the purpose of providing information about Thuốc DuoDote and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please contact your nearest doctor or clinic, hospital for advice. We do not accept liability if the patient arbitrarily uses the drug without following a doctor’s prescription.
Reference from: https://www.drugs.com/mtm/duodote.html
