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Belladonna Tincture

Generic name: belladonnabell-ah-DON-ah ]
Drug class: Anticholinergics / antispasmodics

What is Belladonna Tincture?

Belladonna Tincture is a plant also known as Atropa Belladonna Tincture, Atropa acuminata, Baccifère, Belle-Dame, Belle-Galante, Bouton Noir, Cerise du Diable, Deadly Nightshade, Devil's Cherries, Devil's Herb, Divale, Dwale, Dwayberry, Grande Morelle, Guigne de la Côte, Herbe à la Mort, Herbe du Diable, Morelle Furieuse, Naughty Man's Cherries, Poison Black Cherries, Suchi, and other names.

Belladonna Tincture has been used in alternative medicine as an aid in treating arthritis pain, colds or hay fever, bronchospasms caused by asthma or whooping cough, hemorrhoids, nerve problems, Parkinson's disease, colic, irritable bowel syndrome, and motion sickness.

It is not certain whether Belladonna Tincture is effective in treating any medical condition, and Belladonna Tincture can be toxic. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. Belladonna Tincture should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.

Belladonna Tincture is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.

Belladonna Tincture may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.

Belladonna Tincture side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Belladonna Tincture may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

Common side effects of Belladonna Tincture may include:

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.

Warnings

Follow all directions on the product label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Belladonna Tincture if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

Do not give Belladonna Tincture to a child without medical advice. Belladonna Tincture can cause serious side effects in babies or young children, including constipation, breathing problems, agitation, and seizures.

You should not use this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Ask a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider if it is safe for you to use this product if you have ever had:

Belladonna Tincture is considered likely unsafe to use during pregnancy.

Belladonna Tincture is considered likely unsafe to use if you are nursing a baby. Belladonna Tincture can also slow breast milk production.

How should I take Belladonna Tincture?

When considering the use of herbal supplements, seek the advice of your doctor. You may also consider consulting a practitioner who is trained in the use of herbal/health supplements.

If you choose to use Belladonna Tincture, use it as directed on the package or as directed by your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider. Do not use more of this product than is recommended on the label.

Do not use different forms of Belladonna Tincture (pills, liquids, and others) at the same time or you could have an overdose.

Call your doctor if the condition you are treating with Belladonna Tincture does not improve, or if it gets worse while using this product.

Store Belladonna Tincture at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Skip the missed dose and take the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

What should I avoid while taking Belladonna Tincture?

Avoid taking Belladonna Tincture if you have a fever.

Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how Belladonna Tincture will affect you. Belladonna Tincture may cause blurred vision and may impair your reactions.

Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Belladonna Tincture can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke.

What other drugs will affect Belladonna Tincture?

Ask a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider before using Belladonna Tincture with any other medications, especially:

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Belladonna Tincture, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

Further information

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.

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.