Dicyclomine+dimethicone
About
Dicyclomine+dimethicone is an 'antispasmodic' (spasm and cramps reliever) agent, primarily used for reducing stomach pain due to spasms, cramps and bloating. Abdominal spasms are the acute condition in which the abdominal muscles (abs), intestine and stomach contract severely. Stomach spasms can be caused due to muscle strain, dehydration, stomach gas formation, inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, gastritis (stomach inflammation), pregnancy, constipation or other gastrointestinal infection.
Dicyclomine+dimethicone is a combination drug containing Dicyclomine and Dimethicone. Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic agent that reduces spasms and pain by relaxing the muscles and blocking certain chemical messengers in the brain responsible for causing the sensation of pain. On the other hand, Dimethicone is an anti-foaming agent that treats bloating and releases stomach gas more efficiently. Together Dicyclomine+dimethicone helps reduce muscle contractions and pain by acting on the intestine's inner lining, allowing gas bubbles to come together, relieving cramps and spasms.
Dicyclomine+dimethicone should only be if your doctor has prescribed you. It can be taken with or without food but at a fixed time for the best results. The course of Dicyclomine+dimethicone course should be completed as your doctor prescribes for better results. Some common side effects of Dicyclomine+dimethicone are dryness in the mouth, dizziness, weakness, nervousness, sleepiness, and nausea. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.
Dicyclomine+dimethicone 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 Dicyclomine+dimethicone. Before using Dicyclomine+dimethicone, tell your doctor if you ever had an allergy to Dicyclomine+dimethicone, liver/kidney problems, irregular heartbeat, glaucoma, myasthenia gravis (muscle disease), hypertension (high blood pressure), gastroesophageal reflux, hyperthyroidism, benign prostate hyperplasia. Please do not drink alcohol with Dicyclomine+dimethicone as it may increase unpleasant side effects like drowsiness and dizziness.
Uses of Dicyclomine+dimethicone
Medicinal Benefits
Dicyclomine+dimethicone is a combination drug containing Dicyclomine (antispasmodic) and Dimethicone (anti-foaming agent), primarily taken to get relief from period pain, abdominal spasmodic pain, bloating, and general pain-related discomfort of the lower abdomen. Dicyclomine, being an antispasmodic, helps treat spasms and pain by relaxing the muscles. It also blocks certain chemical messengers in the brain, which cause pain sensation, hence relieving pain. Dimethicone is an anti-foaming agent; it helps to treat bloating and releases gas more easily. Collectively, both help to reduce abdominal pain caused due to spasms, cramps and gas formation. Dicyclomine+dimethicone can be used both by men and women.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Dicyclomine+dimethicone
- Dryness in the mouth
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Nervousness
- Sleepiness
- Nausea
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to Dicyclomine+dimethicone, dicyclomine, dimethicone, or any of its ingredients. Also, inform your doctor about all the prescription and non-prescription drugs. Dicyclomine+dimethicone is pregnancy category B medicines, so its use in pregnant and nursing mothers is safe if prescribed by the doctor. Do not consume alcohol as it may cause excessive drowsiness when taken along with Dicyclomine+dimethicone. Before using the Dicyclomine+dimethicone, inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems. In case you have diarrhoea, consult your doctor before starting to Dicyclomine+dimethicone it as it could be harmful. Alcohol intake should be avoided as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Dicyclomine+dimethicone is contraindicated when taken with antidepressants (amitriptyline, amoxapine, clomipramine, doxepin, desipramine), medicines used for heart problems (digoxin), anti-asthma (ipratropium), pain killers (ibuprofen, naproxen), and irritable bowel medications (propantheline, hyoscyamine).
Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol should not be taken along with Dicyclomine+dimethicone to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Dicyclomine+dimethicone is contraindicated if you have liver, kidney problems, irregular heartbeat, glaucoma, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), gastroesophageal reflux, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, benign prostate hyperplasia.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionDicyclomine+dimethicone can cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of stomach problems.
Pregnancy
safe if prescribedOnly consume Dicyclomine+dimethicone, if the doctor prescribes you. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.
Breast Feeding
safe if prescribedAs the data around the use of Dicyclomine+dimethicone in breastfeeding women is limited, the use of Dicyclomine+dimethicone is restricted. It is highly recommended to consult your doctor before taking this drug in case you are breastfeeding.
Driving
cautionDicyclomine+dimethicone can cause dizziness or drowsiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
Liver
cautionDicyclomine+dimethicone to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by the doctor.
Kidney
cautionDicyclomine+dimethicone to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by the doctor.
Children
safe if prescribedGenerally, Dicyclomine+dimethicone is not recommended for children below 6 months with or without a doctor's consent. In case it has to be given, then the dose has to be adjusted and recommended by a child specialist only.
Habit Forming
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 Dicyclomine+dimethicone may help protect your gut lining.
- 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.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Abdominal or Stomach spasm: It is a short-term or acute condition in which the abdominal muscles (abs), intestine and stomach contract severely. Stomach spasms can be caused due to muscle strain, dehydration, stomach gas formation, inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, gastritis (stomach inflammation), pregnancy, constipation or other gastrointestinal infection.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): It is also termed IBS colitis, mucous colitis, spastic colon, nervous colon, and spastic bowel. It is an inflammatory bowel disease that affects the large intestine. Symptoms of an IBS include abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhoea, mucus in stools, wind, constipation, tiredness, anxiety, depression, heartburn, indigestion, and headaches. IBS can be controlled by managing diet, excluding certain intolerant foods, lifestyle, and stress. It is more commonly found in people in their late teens to early 40s.
Menstrual cramps: When your uterus contracts and gets expelled during the menses periods, hormones like prostaglandins get involved in triggering pain and inflammation. This, in turn, increases uterine muscle contractions. So, higher levels of prostaglandins (pain hormone) are associated with more-severe menstrual cramps.
FAQs
Dicyclomine+dimethicone is a combination drug containing Dicyclomine and Dimethicone. Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic agent that reduces spasms and pain by relaxing the muscles and blocking certain chemical messengers in the brain responsible for causing the sensation of pain. On the other hand, Dimethicone is an anti-foaming agent that treats bloating and releases stomach gas more efficiently. Together Dicyclomine+dimethicone helps reduce muscle contractions and pain by acting on the intestine's inner lining, allowing gas bubbles to come together, relieving cramps and spasms.
Yes, the Dicyclomine+dimethicone is known to cause dry mouth. In case you feel so, please increase the intake of fluids or do frequent mouth rinses. If even then you have a dry mouth, please consult your doctor for better advice.
A patient is advised to take the missed dose as soon as possible and not to take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Dicyclomine+dimethicone can be safely taken as long as your doctor prescribes it.
No, Dicyclomine+dimethicone is an anti-spasmodic drug, not an anti-fertility drug. No research hints at fertility issues as a side effect of taking Dicyclomine+dimethicone.
