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Antispasmodics for Asthma & Allergies

Also called: Maintenance Bronchodilators

- Summary
- About anticholinergics
- Types and differences
- Conditions treated
- Conditions of concern
- Potential side effects
- Drug or other interactions
- Symptoms of overdose
- Pregnancy use issues
- Child use issues
- Elderly use issues
- Questions for your doctor

Reviewed By:
Norman Klein, M.D., FAAAAI
 Marc J. Sicklick, M.D., FAAAAI, FACAAI

Potential side effects of anticholinergics

Potential side effects of anticholinergics include:

  • Cough
  • Dry mouth, nose or throat
  • Nosebleeds
  • Difficulty urinating
  • Sore throat
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Decreased milk flow in lactating women
  • Increased sensitivity to light
  • Decrease in tear production
  • Constipation
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Bloated feeling
  • Drowsiness
  • Palpitations (sensation of rapid heartbeat)
  • Headache
  • Memory loss

Anticholinergic use can result in more serious side effects. Anyone experiencing the following side effects should immediately contact a physician:

  • Convulsions
  • Fever
  • Slurred speech
  • Clumsiness
  • Muscle weakness
  • Excessively dry throat
  • Eye pain
  • Continually blurred vision
  • Hives
  • Rash
  • Excessively dry skin
  • Dizziness or continual lightheadedness
  • Hallucinations
  • Fainting
  • Nervousness
  • Fatigue

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Review Date: 04-29-2008

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