Lomotil

Generic name:atropine and diphenoxylate [ A-troe-peen-and-DYE-fen-OX-i-late ]
Drug class:Antidiarrheals

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Mar 4, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Lomotil?

Atropine affects the body in many different ways, such as reducing spasms in the bladder, stomach, and intestines.

Diphenoxylate is an antidiarrheal medication.

Lomotil is a combination medicine used to treat diarrhea in adults and children who are at least 13 years old.

Lomotil may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Do not use Lomotil if you have diarrhea that is caused by bacteria or by taking an antibiotic. You should not use Lomotil if you have a bile duct disorder causing jaundice (yellowing of your skin or eyes).

Keep this medicine where a child cannot reach it. An overdose can be fatal to a child.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to atropine or diphenoxylate, or if you have:

• obstructive jaundice (a bile duct disorder that may cause yellowing of your skin or eyes);

• diarrhea that is caused by bacteria; or

• diarrhea caused by using antibiotic medication.

Lomotil is not approved for use by anyone younger than 6 years old. This medicine has not been proven safe or effective in children younger than 13 years old.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• a blockage in your intestines...