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Cataspa Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Cataspa Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Cataspa Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Cataspa Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Cataspa Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Composition :

DICLOFENAC-50MG + DICYCLOMINE-20MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

USV Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Cataspa Tablet

Cataspa Tablet is a combination drug primarily used to treat Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and abdominal cramps occurring due to dysmenorrhea (painful irregular periods). Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disease that affects the large intestine and will require to manage long term. Signs and symptoms involve abdominal pain, cramping, gas, bloating and constipation or diarrhoea, or both. Dysmenorrhea (Menstrual cramps) is throbbing, aching pain and cramps occurring in your lower belly just before and during your period.

Cataspa Tablet is composed of two medicines: Dicyclomine (antispasmodic) and Diclofenac (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) which relieves abdominal pain and cramps. In this combination, Dicyclomine helps to relax the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine), thus preventing sudden muscle contractions (spasms), relieving cramps, bloating, pain and discomfort. Diclofenac works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that lead to inflammation (swelling) and abdominal pain. Together, they effectively reduce pain.

Cataspa Tablet should be taken as advised by your doctor. Do not chew or crush the medicine. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sleepiness, dryness in the mouth, weakness, dizziness, nervousness, heartburn, and blurred vision. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and subside over time. However, consult your doctor if the side effects are persistent for a longer duration.

Taking more than the daily prescribed dose of Cataspa Tablet may cause liver damage or allergic reactions like swelling of the mouth, face, throat, difficulty in breathing, skin rash or itching. Gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcer formation is commonly observed during treatment with Cataspa Tablet . Before taking Cataspa Tablet , inform your doctor if you have heart disease, high blood pressure and asthma. Cataspa Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding mothers due to serious side effects.

Uses of Cataspa Tablet

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)Dysmenorrhea (pain during menses periods).

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take Cataspa Tablet with or without food. Swallow Cataspa Tablet as a whole with a glass of water; Do not crush or chew the tablet in the mouth.

Medicinal Benefits

Cataspa Tablet is a combination drug primarily used to treat Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and abdominal cramps occurring due to dysmenorrhea (painful irregular periods). Cataspa Tablet is composed of two medicines: Dicyclomine (antispasmodic) and Diclofenac (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory disease/ pain killer) which relieves abdominal pain and cramps. It prevents sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thus, relieving cramps, bloating, pain and discomfort. 

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

  • Before taking Cataspa Tablet , inform your doctor if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, and asthma. 
  • Cataspa Tablet is not recommended for children below the age of 12 years, as the safety and efficacy for this medicine is not established. 
  • Cataspa Tablet can cause drowsiness or blurred vision, avoid driving or performing any other activity that requires concentration after taking Cataspa Tablet . 
  • Always keep your doctor informed about your current medications or the ones you have taken in the past, including over-the-counter and herbal medicines. 
  • If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, inform your doctor on priority as Cataspa Tablet may cause serious side effects to the unborn baby. 
  • You are not recommended to consume alcohol along with Cataspa Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DiclofenacMeloxicam
Critical
DicyclominePramlintide
Critical

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DiclofenacMeloxicam
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cataspa Tablet:
Co-administration of Cataspa Tablet with Meloxicam can increase the risk or severity of gastrointestinal side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Meloxicam with Cataspa Tablet is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness. Do not stop any medication without doctor's advise.
DicyclominePramlintide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cataspa Tablet:
Co-administration of Pramlintide with Cataspa Tablet can increase the risk of reduced gastrointestinal movement.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cataspa Tablet with Pramlintide is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
DicyclominePotassium chloride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cataspa Tablet:
Co-administration of Cataspa Tablet with Potassium chloride can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cataspa Tablet with Potassium chloride is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
DicyclominePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cataspa Tablet:
Taking Cataspa Tablet and Potassium citrate together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cataspa Tablet with Potassium citrate is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
DiclofenacDalteparin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cataspa Tablet:
Co-administration use of Cataspa Tablet with Dalteparin may increase the risk of bleeding complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dalteparin with Cataspa Tablet may possibly lead to an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor prescribes it. Consult a doctor if you have any symptoms including dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that resembles coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medication.
DiclofenacDeferasirox
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cataspa Tablet:
Co-administration of Cataspa Tablet and deferasirox may increase your risk of developing stomach bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possible interaction between Cataspa Tablet and deferasirox but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as severe abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, and/or black, tarry stools, increased or decreased urination, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, weakness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
DiclofenacHuman immunoglobulin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cataspa Tablet:
Taking Cataspa Tablet with human immunoglobulin may increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Human immunoglobulin and Cataspa Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DiclofenacKetorolac
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cataspa Tablet:
Coadministration of Cataspa Tablet and Ketorolac can increase the risk of side effects in the gastrointestinal tract such as inflammation, bleeding and ulceration.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Cataspa Tablet and Ketorolac can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DiclofenacMipomersen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cataspa Tablet:
Co-administration of Cataspa Tablet with Mipomersen may cause liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Cataspa Tablet and Mipomersen can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, pale stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DiclofenacFondaparinux
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cataspa Tablet:
Coadministration of Cataspa Tablet with fondaparinux may increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possible interaction between Cataspa Tablet and Fondaparinux when taken together, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience bleeding, severe back pain, dizziness, black or red stools, severe headache, weakness, and vomiting contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include more glucosamine, chondroitin sulphate, Vitamin D, calcium-enriched supplements. Besides this, turmeric and fish oils can help in reducing inflammation in the tissue.
  • Do not do heavy exercise as it may increase your joint pain in arthritis. Instead, you can do stretching, low impact aerobic exercise (like walking on a treadmill, bike riding, and swimming), and simple forms of yoga. 
  • In chronic conditions of arthritis or joint pain, add fish (like salmon, trout, tuna, and sardines) in your diet as they are enriched with omega-3 fatty acids that minimize chemical cytokines, which increase inflammation.
  • Your sitting posture is important, especially when you have pain and inflammation condition. Try to sit as little as possible and only for a short time (10-15 min). Use back support like a rolled-up towel at the back of your curve to minimize pain. Keep your knees and hips at a right angle. Besides this, you can use a footrest if required.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

No, do not suddenly stop taking Cataspa Tablet . If you want to stop taking Cataspa Tablet , consult your doctor, and he might gradually reduce the dose to avoid an unwanted increase in pain.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of Cataspa Tablet to make up for a missed one.

Yes, the use of Cataspa Tablet can cause diarrhoea in some cases. In the case of diarrhoea, increase the intake of fluids like drink plenty of water. If still, diarrhoea persists, inform your doctor and do as advised.

Yes, the use of Cataspa Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you feel excessively thirsty, increase fluid intake and avoid spicy and salty food.

Cataspa Tablet should be used with caution in patients with glaucoma as it may worsen the symptoms and used only when prescribed by a doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • KETOROLAC
  • PARACETAMOL
  • METHOTREXATE
  • ALTRETAMINE
  • BUSULFAN
  • APIXABAN
  • CELECOXIB
  • RAMIPRIL
  • PENTAZOCIN
  • POTASSIUM CITRATE

Special Advise

Your doctor may advice regular hemoglobin check, as long term use of Cataspa Tablet may cause anemia.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): It is a chronic disease that affects the large intestine and will require to manage long term. Signs and symptoms involve abdominal pain, cramping, gas, bloating and constipation or diarrhoea, or both. Few people can control their symptoms by managing lifestyle, diet and stress. More-severe symptoms can be treated with counselling and medication. 

Dysmenorrhea (Menstrual cramps): It is a condition that causes throbbing and aching cramps and pain in your lower belly or abdomen just before and during your period. 

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