state of no activity Cantil Generic Name: Mepenzolate (me PEN zoe late) Brand Name: Cantil Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Breastfeeding Warnings User Reviews Drug Images Support Group Q & A Uses of Cantil: It is used to treat GI (gastrointestinal) ulcers. What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Cantil? If you have an allergy to mepenzolate or any other part of Cantil (mepenzolate). If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you are allergic to tartrazine, talk with your doctor. Some products have tartrazine. If you have any of these health problems: Bleeding problems, bowel block, enlarged colon, glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, slow-moving GI (gastrointestinal) tract, trouble passing urine, or ulcerative colitis. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Cantil with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. Slideshow FDA-Approved Weight Loss Drugs: Can They Help You? What are some things I need to know or do while I take Cantil? Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert or have clear eyesight until you see how Cantil affects you. Talk with your doctor before you drink alcohol or use other drugs and natural products that slow your actions. Be careful in hot weather or while being active. Drink lots of fluids to stop fluid loss. Talk with your doctor before you take antacids while you are taking this medicine. If you are 65 or older, use Cantil with care. You could have more side effects. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine while you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby. How is this medicine (Cantil) best taken? Use Cantil as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Take with meals and at bedtime. What do I do if I miss a dose? Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Feeling very tired or weak. Big change in balance. A fast heartbeat. A heartbeat that does not feel normal. Feeling confused. Mood changes. Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not there). Memory problems or loss. Not able to sleep. Trouble speaking. Change in eyesight. Loose stools (diarrhea). Change in sex ability. Not able to pass urine. Not sweating during activities or in warm temperatures. What are some other side effects of Cantil? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Feeling lightheaded, sleepy, having blurred eyesight, or a change in thinking clearly. Dizziness. Headache. Feeling tired or weak. Less sweating. Change in taste. Upset stomach or throwing up. Hard stools (constipation). Dry mouth. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Cantil? Store at room temperature. Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take Cantil or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to Cantil. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine. Review Date: December 6, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about Cantil (mepenzolate) Side Effects Breastfeeding Dosage Information Drug Images Drug Interactions Support Group En Español 0 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: anticholinergics/antispasmodics Consumer resources Cantil Cantil (Advanced Reading) Professional resources Cantil (FDA) Related treatment guides Peptic Ulcer Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only B Pregnancy Category No proven risk in humans N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug 10 + years Approval History FDA approved 1956 Cantil Rating No Reviews - Be the first! No Reviews - Be the first! Not Rated - Be the first! 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