Constipation belladonna

Geriatric Considerations - Summary Belladonna possesses potent anticholinergic effects and can cause dry mouth, blurred vision, delirium, confusion, psychosis, and increased risk of falls. Opium is a narcotic and when discontinued, physical dependence and withdrawal symptoms can occur. Adverse G1 effects include constipation and abdominal pain. This compound has no role in treating the older adult. 

Commercial products can be recommended by homoeopaths or self-selected by patients for well-recognised conditions even though this might not be approved of by classical homoeopaths. Popular remedies would include Arnica for bruises. Thuja for verrucas and warts. Calcium Carbonate for rheumatism. Sulphur for indigestion. Belladonna for headache, Pulsatilla for cystitis and Bryonia for constipation. 

One of several similar substances, collectively known as the belladonna alkaloids, which are extracted from the deadly nightshade plant (Atropa belladonna). Atropine is used mainly to treat disorders of the digestive tract such as excessively rapid movements of the stomach and bowel, overacidity, and ulcers, because it (1) reduces the amounts of digestive secretions, and (2) slows the motions of the digestive organs. Some common side effects are dryness of the mouth and constipation. 

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