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About Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet

Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet is a combination drug primarily used to reduce and relieve abdominal pain and cramps. Abdominal (tummy) pain occurs between your chest and pelvic region (below the belly button and leg). Stomach cramps can be due to bloating (trapped wind), diarrhoea, kidney stones, stomach ulcer, appendicitis, or other gastrointestinal conditions like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet contains dicyclomine and Ranitidine. Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic and helps treat spasms and pain by relaxing the muscles. It also blocks certain chemical messengers in the brain, which causes pain sensation. Ranitidine works by blocking histamine H2 receptors located on the stomach lining, thereby reducing gastric acid secretion. Together, Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet helps in relieving abdominal pain and cramps.

Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet should be taken at the same time of the day each time for the best results. Your doctor will decide what dose should be taken, and it can change in time depending on your condition. Some common side effects of Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet are constipation, diarrhoea, drowsiness, headache, weakness, and muscle pain. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.

Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet is pregnancy category B medicines, so its use in pregnant and nursing mothers is safe if prescribed by a doctor. Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet. Before using Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergy to Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet, if you have stomach cancer, kidney problems, lung disease, or diabetes. Please do not drink alcohol with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet as it may increase unpleasant side effects like drowsiness and dizziness.

Uses of Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet

Abdominal pain

Directions for Use

Take Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole, do not chew or crush it.

Medicinal Benefits

Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet is a combination of drugs containing dicyclomine (antispasmodic) and Ranitidine (H2 receptor antagonist), primarily taken to get relief from abdominal spasmodic pain. Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic that helps treat spasms and pain by relaxing the muscles. It also blocks certain chemical messengers in the brain, which causes pain sensation. Ranitidine works by blocking histamine H2 receptors located on the stomach lining, thereby reducing gastric acid secretion. Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet help to reduce abdominal pain caused due to cramps, spasms, and gas formation.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet

  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Weakness
  • Muscle pain

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet. Also, inform your doctor about all the prescription and non-prescription drugs. Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet is pregnancy category B medicines, so its use in pregnant and nursing mothers is safe if prescribed by a doctor. Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet. Before using Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have liver, or kidney problems, a rare condition called acute porphyria, diabetes, problems with your immune system, or stomach ulcers/cancer. Inform your doctor about your ongoing medications, especially about non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAID) medicines (such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen) for pain and inflammation; lidocaine, a local anaesthetic; diazepam, for worry or anxiety problems; warfarin for thinning your blood, glipizide for lowering blood glucose, gefitinib for lung cancer. In case you have diarrhoea, consult your doctor before starting Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet as it could be harmful. Alcohol intake should be avoided as it may cause excessive drowsiness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DicyclominePotassium chloride
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DicyclominePramlintide
Critical

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DicyclominePotassium chloride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet with Potassium chloride can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Colitac 10mg/150mg 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.
DicyclominePramlintide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Pramlintide with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet can increase the risk of reduced gastrointestinal movement.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet with Pramlintide is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
DicyclominePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet:
Taking Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet and Potassium citrate together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Colitac 10mg/150mg 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.
RanitidineRilpivirine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Rilpivirine with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet can reduce the acidity levels in the stomach and also decrease the effectiveness of Rilpivirine.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet together with Rilpivirine can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. To reduce the chance of interaction, take Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet at least 12 hours before or 4 hours after taking rilpivirine. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.
RanitidineGefitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Gefitinib with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet can reduce the acidity levels in the stomach and also decrease the effectiveness of gefitinib

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gefitinib with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. It is recommended that gefitinib is either taken 6 hours before or 6 hours after Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet to help minimize the impact of the interaction. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
RanitidineLoperamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet:
Coadministration of loperamide with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of loperamide. This can increase the risk of serious side effect like irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking loperamide with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
RanitidinePazopanib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet:
Using Pazopanib with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet can reduce the effectiveness of pazopanib

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet together with Pazopanib can possibly result in an interaction, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
RanitidineAtazanavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet:
Taking atazanavir with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet can reduce the effectiveness of atazanavir.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet together with Atazanavir can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.
RanitidineMesalazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet with Mesalazine can decrease the levels of Mesalazine, which may be less effective in treating a condition.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possible interaction between Mesalazine with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet, but they can be taken together if a doctor has prescribed them. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
RanitidineDasatinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet:
Taking Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet and Dasatinib together reduces the effectiveness of Dasatinib.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet together with Dasatinib can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Opt for food and drinks high in Omega 3 fatty acids to get relief from pain, swelling, and inflammation. Omega 3 fatty acid-enriched diets include flaxseeds, walnut, soybean oil, salmon, and tuna fish if you prefer non-veg.
  • Try to fill half your food plate with fruits and veggies. Bananas and yoghurt taken with Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet may help protect your gut lining.
  • Try to avoid alcohol, as it can affect your stomach and intestine and limit the absorption of the essential nutrients required by your body.
  • Limit salt intake and prefer herbs or spices like garlic, ginger, and turmeric, a natural inflammatory.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

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FAQs

Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Ranitidine (H2 receptor antagonist) and Dicyclomine (antispasmodic). Ranitidine works by blocking histamine H2 receptors located on the stomach lining, thereby reducing gastric acid secretion. Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic that helps treat spasms and pain by relaxing the muscles. It also blocks certain chemical messengers in the brain, which causes pain sensation.

Constipation might be a side-effect of Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet. Drink enough fluids and eat fibre-rich food if you experience constipation.

Yes, the use of Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience a dry mouth, drink plenty of water.

Yes, Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet is unknown to cause upsetting of the stomach. So, the Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet should preferably be taken with food. If you feel discomfort, please inform your doctor for the best advice.

Yes, Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet can cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery while taking Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet. In case you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is advised to rest for some time until you feel better.

Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet is generally prescribed for short durations. Do not discontinue Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • QUINIDINE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • SUCRALFATE
  • GEFITINIB
  • TRIAZOLAM
  • AMANTADINE

Special Advise

  • Take the Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet with food. Do not take Colitac 10mg/150mg Tablet while lying down or just before bedtime.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Abdominal pain and cramps: Abdominal pain occurs between the chest and pelvic region, generally known as stomach or tummy pain. Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary contractions of the muscle, which can be painful and uncomfortable. When the nerve impulses that control the muscle movements are damaged or interrupted, it could lead to muscle spasms. The common causes of abdominal pain include inflammation, infections, intestinal disorders, and obstruction/blockage.

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