Donnatal

Atropine + Hyoscyamine + Phenobarbital + Scopolamine

Donnatal is a combination medication that provides natural belladonna alkaloids in a specific fixed ratio combined with phenobarbital to provide peripheral anticholinergic/antispasmodic action and mild sedation.[1][2] Donnatal is manufactured for Concordia Pharmaceuticals by IriSys, LLC. It is available as tablets[1] and 5 mL elixir.[2] Active ingredients are listed as: phenobarbital (16.2mg), hyoscyamine sulfate (0.1037mg), atro...

Belladonna + Butabarbital

Donnatal is a combination medication that provides natural belladonna alkaloids in a specific fixed ratio combined with phenobarbital to provide peripheral anticholinergic/antispasmodic action and mild sedation.[1][2] Donnatal is manufactured for Concordia Pharmaceuticals by IriSys, LLC. It is available as tablets[1] and 5 mL elixir.[2] Active ingredients are listed as: phenobarbital (16.2mg), hyoscyamine sulfate (0.1037mg), atro...

I have been a pharmacist for 45 years and remember when this medication retailed for twenty dollars for 100 tablets, now one thousand dollars. Something is really wrong here. There's no reason for such an over price for this medicine. Seems like collusion between the FDA and big pharma to ripoff the patient. Don't trust either one. Just another example of greedy pharma. ## A new company has bought out the original mfg. This company thinks it can rip people off by charging ten dollars a pill. Don't let them do this to you. Write your congressman and let them know what this drug company is doing. They prey on very sick people with no care for the patient. ## I have been successfully using Donnatal grape elixir for decades for static esophogeal spasm, and have not been able to ...

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Do they use these drugs as a GI cocktail to treat acid refluk? ## I have used a GI cocktail with belladona and donnatol for years. It had cost me about $28 a bottle, after ins. paid their portion. Now they said they can't get generic donnatol and the substitute is expensive so they are charging $130 a bottle at Walgreens. I told them to keep it. that's an outrage. If FDA has done this, it's time to contact our congressmen/women. ## No, this medication combination is most commonly used to treat, or prevent IBS symptoms. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, and abdominal pain. Natlie, the FDA has nothing to do with setting the prices for any given medication, that is entirely up to the manufacturer. The FDA has...

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Belladonna + Butabarbital

Donnatal is a combination medication that provides natural belladonna alkaloids in a specific fixed ratio combined with phenobarbital to provide peripheral anticholinergic/antispasmodic action and mild sedation.[1][2] Donnatal is manufactured for Concordia Pharmaceuticals by IriSys, LLC. It is available as tablets[1] and 5 mL elixir.[2] Active ingredients are listed as: phenobarbital (16.2mg), hyoscyamine sulfate (0.1037mg), atro...

I've been taking Donnatal and/or Belladona for over 10 years to treat IBS. When it was time for a refill, I was told both the brand name and the generic forms have been taken off the market. I am lost with these meds, that virtually eliminated the discomforts of IBS. ## I'm very sorry that you've run into this problem, it has to be awful to have that happen, when it's the only thing that works. Learn more Donnatal details here. What's been happening recently is due to the FDA crackdowns. There were some medications that remained available on the market, even though they'd never been tested and proven to be effective or safe and they've started to make the companies either do the necessary testing, or remove them from the market. The sad part is, that in spite...

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For hot flashes or Alternative Treatments? Nonhormonal? ## The FDA is a government agency and they want us to die, that's a no-brainer, to keep our SSI and thin out the population. I've never been so offended by doctors not wanting to write an RX and I'm suffering in pain. The amount is high so you can take bulls*** that doesn't work. None of them do. Matter of fact, if it's not a controlled substance I don't want it. It just doesn't work. They know wtf they are doing and belladonna was way better than donnatal. Freaking con artists. ## I've been prescribed Prozac to help with my perimenopause symptoms, including hot flashes. It doesn't eliminate all of them, but it really does help. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea,...

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This removal makes no sense to me, as you can still get ( mostly) the liquid mixture! Of course it's much more difficult to travel with, and may leak! Frankly, I've been infuriated by the removal of a drug I desperately need, with little or nothing to replace it. I get severe Esophageal Spasms, and never know when they are going to strike! They truly do feel like having a heart attack too, but if you go to the hospital, all you get is a name for yourself as drug- seeking....no matter how necessary the medication is! I find the whole thing ridiculous and more of a punishment than anything else. I fail to understand the FDA's thinking on this and other issues, as they've been safely used for many years. Any info on replacements or reinstatement would be greatly appreciated...

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Is there another, less expensive medicine that does the same job as donnatal ## Yes there is a alternate to Donnatal it is a generic brand called Belladonna-Phenobarbital elixer it is a lime green color its thin and it tastes horrible! I also had.severe cotton mouth. U can always add a little karo syrup to it to make it tastes better. ## Thanks so much for your response. ## I use belladonna as an alternative to Donnatal. Mine are capsules and don't taste anything. I know that dry mouth can be a side effect, but it is not bad enough to be unpleasant for me. ## Is there an alternative to donnatal other than belladonna w/phenobarbital. The belladonna is no longer available. Thanks ## I was on Donnatal for 40 years for IBS but it has been discontiued. My Dr. put me on Bentyl and it is w...

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Is Donnatal still being manufactured? I am told it will no longer be available. ## I have also been told that Donnatal is no longer available. But nothing else seems to help with my spastic colon.

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donnatal ## I need this medication for gallstones ## It is most commonly used to treat gastrointestinal spasms. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Bev, has your doctor prescribed any specific medication for you? Are you certain that you have gall stones?

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Why Is There A Shortage Of Donnatal Extentabs? I am told that there is a back order until June 2013. How is this possible? ## According to the FDA, there are no current shortages of Donnatal Extendtabs. You can see for yourself here: fda.gov/Drugs/DrugSafety/DrugShortages/ucm314739.htm Perhaps the back-order was only associated with the specific pharmacy you went to? ## I too have been on Donnatal Extend tabs for 5 years and the shortage began in November of 2012. My pharmacy swept other pharmacy's in the area and were able to hold 180 pills for me that I made last until July 2013. Donnatal's website even states, "Due to production issues there will be short term supply constraints on Donnatal® Extentabs. Both Donnatal® Tablets and Donnatal® Elixir are still a...

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I've exhausted all resources to obtain this medication and now I am having problems finding the regular Donnatal tablets. These work womderful for me but no one has any? Please share if anyone has any ideas ... Thanks! ## Hi Lori, From what I've heard, the generic is no longer available. But there have been several posts in another discussion thread here mentioning that brand name Donnatal is still available in immediate release form as well as an elixir: Discuss/Donnatal-Belladona-236509_s2.htm The manufacturer's website also happens to list a customer service number (1-877-370-1142) for those who have product related inquiries. Maybe they can work with your current doctor/pharmacy to make sure they have something in stock for you next time you get a prescription? If not, i...

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why can't anyone receive donnotal or bella Alk we need these generics for low income people. i asked my pharmacist and they said it is no longer available in generics. and that is costs 500.00 dollars. ## HI, Nanny! I'm very sorry about the problem you've run into. Some medications were never actually tested and approved by the FDA, they were just grandfathered in, since they were considered safe and had been on the market for so long. However, the FDA is now insisting that they all undergo testing for approval, just as is done with all other medications and this has resulted in many companies that manufacture such generics having to remove their products from the market, because it isn't financially feasible for them to do the testing and undergo the approval process. H...

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Atropine + Hyoscyamine + Phenobarbital + Scopolamine

Donnatal is a combination medication that provides natural belladonna alkaloids in a specific fixed ratio combined with phenobarbital to provide peripheral anticholinergic/antispasmodic action and mild sedation.[1][2] Donnatal is manufactured for Concordia Pharmaceuticals by IriSys, LLC. It is available as tablets[1] and 5 mL elixir.[2] Active ingredients are listed as: phenobarbital (16.2mg), hyoscyamine sulfate (0.1037mg), atro...

Atropine + Hyoscyamine + Phenobarbital + Scopolamine

Donnatal is a combination medication that provides natural belladonna alkaloids in a specific fixed ratio combined with phenobarbital to provide peripheral anticholinergic/antispasmodic action and mild sedation.[1][2] Donnatal is manufactured for Concordia Pharmaceuticals by IriSys, LLC. It is available as tablets[1] and 5 mL elixir.[2] Active ingredients are listed as: phenobarbital (16.2mg), hyoscyamine sulfate (0.1037mg), atro...

Atropine + Hyoscyamine + Phenobarbital + Scopolamine

Donnatal is a combination medication that provides natural belladonna alkaloids in a specific fixed ratio combined with phenobarbital to provide peripheral anticholinergic/antispasmodic action and mild sedation.[1][2] Donnatal is manufactured for Concordia Pharmaceuticals by IriSys, LLC. It is available as tablets[1] and 5 mL elixir.[2] Active ingredients are listed as: phenobarbital (16.2mg), hyoscyamine sulfate (0.1037mg), atro...

Atropine + Hyoscyamine + Phenobarbital + Scopolamine

Donnatal is a combination medication that provides natural belladonna alkaloids in a specific fixed ratio combined with phenobarbital to provide peripheral anticholinergic/antispasmodic action and mild sedation.[1][2] Donnatal is manufactured for Concordia Pharmaceuticals by IriSys, LLC. It is available as tablets[1] and 5 mL elixir.[2] Active ingredients are listed as: phenobarbital (16.2mg), hyoscyamine sulfate (0.1037mg), atro...

Atropine + Hyoscyamine + Phenobarbital + Scopolamine

Donnatal is a combination medication that provides natural belladonna alkaloids in a specific fixed ratio combined with phenobarbital to provide peripheral anticholinergic/antispasmodic action and mild sedation.[1][2] Donnatal is manufactured for Concordia Pharmaceuticals by IriSys, LLC. It is available as tablets[1] and 5 mL elixir.[2] Active ingredients are listed as: phenobarbital (16.2mg), hyoscyamine sulfate (0.1037mg), atro...

Atropine + Hyoscyamine + Phenobarbital + Scopolamine

Donnatal is a combination medication that provides natural belladonna alkaloids in a specific fixed ratio combined with phenobarbital to provide peripheral anticholinergic/antispasmodic action and mild sedation.[1][2] Donnatal is manufactured for Concordia Pharmaceuticals by IriSys, LLC. It is available as tablets[1] and 5 mL elixir.[2] Active ingredients are listed as: phenobarbital (16.2mg), hyoscyamine sulfate (0.1037mg), atro...