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Colimex Tablet Benefits & Uses

Colimex Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Abdominal Pain
Stomach Pain (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)

Other Benefits

Colimex Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (20 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (20 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (20 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (20 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet

Colimex Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Colimex Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Colimex can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Colimex, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Colimex Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Colimex. Immediately discontinue Colimex if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Colimex Tablet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Colimex. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Colimex Tablet on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Colimex. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Colimex only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Colimex Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Colimex on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Colimex Tablet with Other Drugs

Colimex Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Colimex Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Colimex Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Arrhythmia
Stomach Disease
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Colimex Tablet

Is this Colimex Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Colimex Tablet is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Colimex Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Colimex Tablet only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Colimex Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Colimex Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Colimex Tablet

Taking Colimex Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Colimex Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Colimex Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Colimex Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Is Colimex safe?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, it is safe to use Colimex under the guidance of a doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Colimex a painkiller?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Colimex can be called a painkiller since it alleviates abdominal spams and provides relief from cramping in irritable bowel syndrome.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Colimex

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Colimex 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. Colimex 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Colimex cause hair loss?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

No, Colimex doesn't cause hair loss. Hair loss could be due to an underlying disease or even hormonal imbalance. It is therefore, important to investigate and rectify these conditions. Some of the tips that can be used for preventing or managing hair loss are taking nutritious diet, using oils for hair massage, getting less stressful in life, taking hair strengthening supplements, using less chemicals on hair, keeping the scalp clean, etc.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Colimex work?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Colimex is a carboxylic acid derivative with antispasmodic and anticholinergic activity. Colimex stops acetylcholine from binding to the muscarinic receptors on the smooth muscles, leading to the relaxation of smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, and regulating bronchial, tracheal and pharyngeal secretions.