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Compare Levsin vs. Levsin

Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, warnings, and more.

Key takeaways

Levsin and Levbid both contain hyoscyamine, a medication that treats overactive bladder, stomach cramps, and symptoms related to Parkinson's disease. Levsin is an immediate-release tablet you'll typically take every 4 hours. Levbid, on the other hand, is an extended-release formula that you'll typically ake just twice a day. Side effects of both medications include dry mouth and feeling fuzzy-headed, but Levbid may be better tolerated because of it's formulation.

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    Hyoscyamine
  • Hyoscyamine
    Hyoscyamine

  • Summary of Levsin vs. Levsin

    Summary for Anticholinergic
    Prescription only

    Hyoscyamine sulfate is an anticholinergic medication used to treat conditions that involve muscle spasms in different parts of the body, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), stomach ulcers, and overactive bladder. It comes in several oral forms including immediate-release tablets, extended-release tablets, sublingual tablets, and liquid solutions. You typically take it by mouth 3 to 4 times a day. Some side effects include dry mouth, sleepiness, and dizziness.

    Summary for Anticholinergic
    Prescription only

    Hyoscyamine sulfate is an anticholinergic medication used to treat conditions that involve muscle spasms in different parts of the body, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), stomach ulcers, and overactive bladder. It comes in several oral forms including immediate-release tablets, extended-release tablets, sublingual tablets, and liquid solutions. You typically take it by mouth 3 to 4 times a day. Some side effects include dry mouth, sleepiness, and dizziness.

  • Indications of Levsin vs. Levsin

    Indications for
    •Stomach and intestine problems (e.g., stomach ulcers, stomach cramps, irritable bowel syndrome)
    •Control spasms in certain conditions (e.g., overactive bladder)
    •Pain from gallstones or kidney stones
    •Runny nose
    •Relief of certain symptoms (e.g., sweating, salivation, muscle rigidity, tremors) of Parkinson’s disease
    •Colic in babies - oral solution only
    Indications for
    •Stomach and intestine problems (e.g., stomach ulcers, stomach cramps, irritable bowel syndrome)
    •Control spasms in certain conditions (e.g., overactive bladder)
    •Pain from gallstones or kidney stones
    •Runny nose
    •Relief of certain symptoms (e.g., sweating, salivation, muscle rigidity, tremors) of Parkinson’s disease
    •Colic in babies - oral solution only

  • Pros and Cons of Levsin vs. Levsin

    Pros and Const for Anticholinergic
    Pros
    •Works quickly to relieve symptoms
    •Comes in several different forms
    •Safe for both children and adults
    Cons
    •Needs to be taken multiple times a day
    •Has a lot of bothersome side effects
    •Might not be ideal for older adults
    Pros and Const for Anticholinergic
    Pros
    •Works quickly to relieve symptoms
    •Comes in several different forms
    •Safe for both children and adults
    Cons
    •Needs to be taken multiple times a day
    •Has a lot of bothersome side effects
    •Might not be ideal for older adults

  • Common Side Effects of Levsin vs. Levsin

    Common Side Effects for
    •Dry mouth
    •Trouble urinating
    •Constipation
    •Blurry vision
    •Dry eyes
    •Sleepiness
    •Dizziness
    •Headache
    •Flushing
    •Heat intolerance
    Common Side Effects for
    •Dry mouth
    •Trouble urinating
    •Constipation
    •Blurry vision
    •Dry eyes
    •Sleepiness
    •Dizziness
    •Headache
    •Flushing
    •Heat intolerance

  • Warnings of Levsin vs. Levsin

    Common Side Effects for
    •Dizziness
    •Heat intolerance
    •Intestinal blockage
    •Faster heart rate
    •Reduced saliva
    Common Side Effects for
    •Dizziness
    •Heat intolerance
    •Intestinal blockage
    •Faster heart rate
    •Reduced saliva

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