Atropine affects the body in many different ways, such as reducing spasms in the bladder, stomach, and intestines. Diphenoxylate is an antidiarrheal medication. The combination of atropine and diphenoxylate is used to treat diarrhea. Atropine and diphenoxylate may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Lomotil is a drug used mainly in the treatment of diarrhea. Lomotil may also be used to treat other diseases as prescribed by a doctor. The drug reduces the speed of the motion of the intestinal muscles thus is able to reduce diarrhea.