Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Dicyclomine + Paracetamol 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. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

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

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Dicyclomine + Paracetamol 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. Dicyclomine + Paracetamol 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. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Dicyclomine + Paracetamol can cause headache as it is one of the side effects. Headaches can be prevented or managed by drinking adequate amount of water, taking ample magnesium, limiting alcoholic drinks, taking adequate sleep, avoiding foods high in histamine, using essential oils, taking B-complex vitamin, using a cold compress, trying acupuncture, relaxing with yoga and meditation. 

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Dicyclomine + Paracetamol 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.