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Colik, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection, Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Colik have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Colik depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Colik as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Colik are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Colik has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Colik's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Colik can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Colik in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Stomach Infection, Skin Rash. Some other conditions that can be affected by Colik are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Colik with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Colik, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Colik is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Colik safe for pregnant women?
Colik shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Colik safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Colik for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Colik on the Kidneys?
Use of Colik may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Colik on the Liver?
Effects of Colik on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Colik on the Heart?
Colik may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Colik should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Colik unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Colik habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Colik has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Colik
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Colik, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Colik
Taking Colik with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Colik causes dry mouth as it is one of the side effects. It can be prevented or managed by drinking lot of water, eating sugar-free candies and gums, avoiding caffeine as it is dehydrating, breathing through the nose, using a humidifier, quitting smoking, using alcohol-free mouth wash, etc.
Colik 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. Colik 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.
Yes, Colik causes nausea and vomiting as side effects. Nausea and vomiting can be prevented and managed by trying deep breathing, trying wrist acupressure, being in well ventilated space, drinking more fluids, taking ginger, fennel or cloves, and trying aromatherapy.
Yes, Colik when used in combination with mefanamic acid can be used for the effective management of period pain or dysmenorrhea. Dysmenorrhea results from the excessive release of prostaglandins which decrease uterine blood flow, increase uterine contractions and also cause peripheral nerve hypersensitivity leading to the development of pain. Period pain can severely affect a person's quality of life. It can be prevented and managed by taking calcium and magnesium supplements as they help in muscle relaxation, cutting down on coffee, using a heating pad, taking light meals, taking herbal tea, eating a low fat diet, massaging with essential oils, practicing acupuncture and doing some mild physical activity.
Yes, Colik 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.
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