Donnatal

Generic name:belladonna alkaloids and phenobarbital [ BEL-a-DON-a-AL-ka-loids-and-FEEN-oh-BAR-bi-tal ]
Brand names: Donnatal, D-Tal, Phenohytro
Drug class:Anticholinergics / antispasmodics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Feb 1, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Donnatal?

Donnatal is made up of belladonna alkaloids (atropine, hyoscyamine, scopolamine) and phenobarbital.

Donnatal is a combination medicine used to treat irritable bowel syndrome and ulcers in the intestine.

Donnatal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

This medicine may be habit-forming. Misuse can cause addiction, overdose, or death.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Donnatal if you are allergic to atropine, hyoscyamine, phenobarbital, or scopolamine. You also should not use this medicine if you have:

• a bladder obstruction, enlarged prostate, or other urination problems;

• a stomach or bowel obstruction (including paralytic ileus);

• chronic constipation or lack of bowel function (especially in older adults and those who are...