Dicyclomine Medication Information
Discover comprehensive details about Dicyclomine, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.
The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.
Additionally, explore the Dicyclomine brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Dicyclomine Pronunciation : dye sye' kloe meen ICD Code : Y55.1 Therapeutic Classification : Antispasmodics / Gi MotilityBrand Names or Trade Names of Dicyclomine
India :
Vermispas |
Nimil -D |
Mefcil -Spas |
Mefemin |
Tak-D |
Cyclomin |
Dicipam |
Evspas |
Oricol -D |
Trumine
International :
Bentyl
Other Name(s) of Dicyclomine
DicycloverineWhy is Dicyclomine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an anticholinergic, prescribed for irritable bowel syndrome. It blocks a chemical in the smooth muscle of the stomach and intestines.When should Dicyclomine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with urinary obstruction, gastrointestinal tract obstruction, reflux, increased eye pressure, unstable angina, myasthenia gravis, infants less than 6 months and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Dicyclomine?
Adult: PO- 10-20 mg 3 times/day. IM- 20 mg 4 times/day for 1-2 days. Replace with oral therapy as soon as possible.How should Dicyclomine be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth with or without food.What are the warnings and precautions for Dicyclomine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of chronic inflammation or ulcers, diarrhea, enlargement of the prostrate, hiatal hernia, kidney or liver disease, nerve disease, overactive thyroid, urinary blockage or retention, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Avoid alcohol consumption.
• Avoid becoming overheated; otherwise heatstroke may occur.
What are the side effects of Dicyclomine?
Gastrointestinal - Dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, constipation, bloated feeling, abdominal pain, loss of taste and appetite.♦ Central Nervous System - Dizziness, light-headedness, tingling, headache, drowsiness, weakness, nervousness, numbness, mental confusion and/or excitement lethargy, fainting, speech disturbances, sleeplessness, amnesia, agitation, delusion, disorientation, hallucination.
Eye - Blurred vision, double vision, dilatation of blood vessels and increased eye pressure.
Skin - Rash, hives, itching and other dermal manifestations.
Genitourinary - Urinary hesitancy and urinary retention.
Heart - Fast heart rate and palpitations.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing.
Miscellaneous - Decreased sweating, nasal stuffiness or congestion, sneezing, throat congestion, impotence and suppression of milk secretion.
