Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Baralgan NU is a brand name for a compound known as dicyclomine. It belongs to the class of compounds known as anticholinergics (a compound that blocks the neurotransmitter acetylcholine in the central and peripheral nervous system) and antispasmodics. It is available as a tablet, capsule, syrup and an injection. Baralgan NU is used for the treatment of functional bowel / irritable bowel syndrome. It also has some local anesthetic properties and is used in biliary, gastrointestinal and urinary tract spasms. It has a mild effect on glandular secretion and cardiovascular system.

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Baralgan NU is available as a tablet, capsule, syrup and an injection. An oral dosage form is taken a few times a day. It is important to take Baralgan NU at the same time every day so that one doesn't forget the dose. One can take Baralgan NU with or without food. Taking it with food may avoid stomach upset. One must follow the recommendations of a doctor while taking Baralgan NU. In some people, it might cause some side effects like dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, etc.

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Baralgan NU causes drowsiness. Drowsiness can be prevented or managed by eating a well-balanced breakfast loaded with medium carbs and high proteins, taking light lunch, drinking lots of water, listening to music, getting outside and breathing in some fresh air, eating gum, mints and candy, skipping sugar, going for some caffeine.

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Baralgan NU can cause serious allergic reaction like difficulty in breathing, swelling on lips, mouth, throat or tongue, etc. Please speak to you doctor as soon as you develop these symptoms.

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

No, Baralgan NU does not cause weight gain. Weight gain can be prevented or managed by eating a low carb, high protein diet, incorporating some sort of physical activity in the lifestyle like yoga, zumba, pilates, aerobics, etc., drinking plenty of water, ensuring that the bowel moment is clear, drinking green tea, trying intermittent fasting, cutting back on dairy, gluten and added sugar, taking probiotics, eating more fiber, lifting weights, and eating more vegetables and fruits.