Dicyclomine HCl + Dimethicone
Indications
Dicyclomine HCl + Dimethicone is used for:
Used in the treatment of abdominal pain and bloating.
Adult Dose
Suspension
2-4 tsf 3-4 times daily
Child Dose
Renal Dose
Administration
Take it with food to prevent an upset stomach.
Contra Indications
Precautions
It may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
Patients with an irregular heartbeat and congestive heart failure should take special care while taking this medicine.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Dicyclomine HCl + Dimethicone :
Nausea, Dryness in mouth, Dizziness, Blurred vision, Sleepiness, Weakness, Nervousness
Mechanism of Action
Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic which works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving abdominal cramps and pain.
Dimethicone is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.