1.As a preoperative antimuscarinic to reduce salivary, tracheobronchial and pharyngeal secretions, and to reduce the acidity and volume of the gastric contents. 2.As a preoperative or intraoperative antimuscarinic to attenuate or prevent intraoperative bradycardia associated with the use of suxa-methonium or due to cardiac vagal reflexes. 3.To protect against the peripheral muscarinic actions (eg. bradycardia and excessive secretions) of anticholinesterases such as neostigmine or pyridostigmine given to reverse neuromuscular blockade produced by nondepolarising muscle relaxants.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless solution free of visible suspended particles.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
1.As a preoperative antimuscarinic to reduce salivary, tracheobronchial and pharyngeal secretions, and to reduce the acidity and volume of the gastric contents. 2.As a preoperative or intraoperative antimuscarinic to attenuate or prevent intraoperative bradycardia associated with the use of suxa-methonium or due to cardiac vagal reflexes. 3.To protect against the peripheral muscarinic actions (eg. bradycardia and excessive secretions) of anticholinesterases such as neostigmine or pyridostigmine given to reverse neuromuscular blockade produced by nondepolarising muscle relaxants.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless solution free of visible suspended particles.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
1. As a preoperative antimuscarinic to reduce salivary, tracheobronchial and pharyngeal secretions, and to reduce the acidity and volume of the gastric contents. 2. As a preoperative or intra-operative antimuscarinic to attenuate or prevent intraoperative bradycardia associated with the use of suxamethonium or due to cardiac vagal reflexes. 3. To protect against the peripheral muscarinic actions (e.g. bradycardia and excessive secretions) of anticholinesterases such as neostigmine or pyridostigmine given to reverse neuromuscular blockade produced by non-depolarising muscle relaxants.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless solution free of visible suspended particles.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
1. As a preoperative antimuscarinic to reduce salivary, tracheobronchial and pharyngeal secretions, and to reduce the acidity and volume of the gastric contents. 2. As a preoperative or intra-operative antimuscarinic to attenuate or prevent intraoperative bradycardia associated with the use of suxamethonium or due to cardiac vagal reflexes. 3. To protect against the peripheral muscarinic actions (e.g. bradycardia and excessive secretions) of anticholinesterases such as neostigmine or pyridostigmine given to reverse neuromuscular blockade produced by non-depolarising muscle relaxants.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless solution free of visible suspended particles.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
1.As a preoperative antimuscarinic to reduce salivary, tracheobronchial and pharyngeal secretions, and to reduce the acidity and volume of the gastric contents. 2.As a preoperative or intraoperative antimuscarinic to attenuate or prevent intraoperative bradycardia associated with the use of suxa-methonium or due to cardiac vagal reflexes. 3.To protect against the peripheral muscarinic actions (eg. bradycardia and excessive secretions) of anticholinesterases such as neostigmine or pyridostigmine given to reverse neuromuscular blockade produced by nondepolarising muscle relaxants.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless solution free of visible suspended particles.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
1.As a preoperative antimuscarinic to reduce salivary, tracheobronchial and pharyngeal secretions, and to reduce the acidity and volume of the gastric contents. 2.As a preoperative or intraoperative antimuscarinic to attenuate or prevent intraoperative bradycardia associated with the use of suxa-methonium or due to cardiac vagal reflexes. 3.To protect against the peripheral muscarinic actions (eg. bradycardia and excessive secretions) of anticholinesterases such as neostigmine or pyridostigmine given to reverse neuromuscular blockade produced by nondepolarising muscle relaxants.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intramuscular.
This medicine is given through a needle inserted into the muscle beneath the skin.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless solution free of visible suspended particles.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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