46 Dicyclomine Patient Tips Medically reviewed on Sep 26, 2017 by C. Fookes, BPharm . Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Tips More Interactions Pregnancy Warnings Breastfeeding Warnings User Reviews Drug Images Support Group Q & A Compare Alternatives Pricing & Coupons How it works Dicyclomine relaxes muscle spasms by a direct effect on smooth muscle and also indirectly by blocking the actions of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter. Acetylcholine has muscle activating effects. Dicyclomine belongs to the class of drugs known as anticholinergics. It may also be called an antispasmodic. Upsides Used for the relief of colicky-type pain due to muscle spasm associated with functional bowel/irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Dicyclomine decreases gastric secretions and the movement of the gastrointestinal tract. Available as a capsule and an oral solution. Also available in an injectable form which may be administered by a healthcare provider. Generic dicyclomine is available. Downsides If you are between the ages of 18 and 60, take no other medication or have no other medical conditions, side effects you are more likely to experience include: Dry mouth, dizziness, blurred vision, inability to sweat, nausea, light-headedness, drowsiness, weakness, and nervousness are the most common side effects. May cause sedation which may affect a person's ability to drive, operate machinery or perform other hazardous tasks. Alcohol should be avoided because it can enhance this effect. May not be suitable for some people including those with certain gastrointestinal conditions (such as severe ulcerative colitis, reflux esophagitis, an obstruction), glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, liver or kidney disease, heart disease, prostate or urinary problems. May cause heat exhaustion particularly in hot climates (dicyclomine decreases the ability to sweat). May cause psychosis in some people; symptoms include confusion, disorientation, short-term memory loss, hallucinations, insomnia, agitation. Symptoms usually resolve within 12-24 hours of drug discontinuation. May cause breathing difficulties or other serious effects (such as seizures or pulse fluctuations) in infants. Do not use in children less than six months old. May interact with a number of other drugs including antacids, antiglaucoma agents, other anticholinergics, drugs that also affect gastric motility (such as metoclopramide), and it may affect the absorption of other drugs because of its effects on gastric motility. Notes: In general, seniors or children, people with certain medical conditions (such as liver or kidney problems, heart disease, diabetes, seizures) or people who take other medications are more at risk of developing a wider range of side effects. For a complete list of all side effects, click here . Bottom Line Dicyclomine is used for the relief of colicky pain caused by intestinal muscle spasm in functional bowel/irritable bowel syndrome. Side effects include dry mouth, a decreased ability to sweat, nausea, and sedation. Tips Side effects are usually transient and eventually resolve although some people may require dosage reduction. 9% of people discontinue dicyclomine because of side effects. May cause drowsiness or blurred vision and affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. Avoid alcohol. Dicyclomine may increase your risk of developing heat stroke in hot weather because it decreases your ability to sweat. If symptoms of heat stroke occur (symptoms include fever, nausea, and dizziness after sun exposure), discontinue dicyclomine and seek urgent medical attention. May affect the absorption of other medications. Take other medications at least an hour or two before taking dicyclomine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other medications, including those bought over the counter, to check if they are compatible with dicyclomine. Talk to your doctor if you experience any unexplained diarrhea, severe constipation, hallucinations, loss of muscle control or other worrisome side effects. Response and Effectiveness Peak levels of dicyclomine are reached within 60 to 90 minutes and a reduction in colicky symptoms and muscle spasms should be seen within that time. Effects are relatively short-lived which means dicyclomine needs to be taken up to four times daily. 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If you have questions about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor, nurse or pharmacist. Copyright 1996-2017 Drugs.com. Revision Date: 2017-09-26 01:19:24 Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only B Pregnancy Category No proven risk in humans N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug Approval History Drug history at FDA Manufacturers Lannett Company, Inc. Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. Drug Class Anticholinergics / antispasmodics Related Drugs Irritable Bowel Syndrome Amitiza , Bentyl , Metamucil , psyllium , hyoscyamine , Levsin , Librax , lubiprostone , Donnatal , chlordiazepoxide / clidinium , Levbid , Konsyl , Anaspaz , alosetron , HyoMax , Lotronex , Levsin SL , Hyosyne , Antispasmodic , Reguloid , More... Dicyclomine Rating 162 User Reviews 7.8 /10 162 User Reviews 7.8 Rate it! Dicyclomine Images Dicyclomine systemic 20 mg (WATSON 795 ) View all images encouraged
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