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Nogun, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Drops. Abdominal Pain, Stomach Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Nogun have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Nogun depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Nogun include Nausea or vomiting, Dry Mouth, Blurred vision. Such side effects of Nogun normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Nogun has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Nogun related warnings talks about Nogun's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Nogun can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Nogun in conditions like Liver Disease, Stomach Disease, Alcoholism. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nogun contraindications section.
Besides this, Nogun may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Nogun is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Nogun is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Nogun safe for pregnant women?
Nogun can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Nogun, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Nogun safe during breastfeeding?
Nogun can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Nogun on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Nogun. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Nogun on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Nogun. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Nogun on the Heart?
Side effects of Nogun on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Nogun should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nogun unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nogun habit forming or addictive?
Nogun is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Nogun will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Nogun only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Nogun for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nogun
Taking Nogun with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nogun
Consumption of alcohol and Nogun together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Nogun can be called a painkiller since it alleviates abdominal spams and provides relief from cramping in irritable bowel syndrome.
Nogun 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. Nogun 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.
No, Nogun is not an antibiotic. It is an anticholinergic agent with an antispasmodic activity which is used for the management of irritable bowel syndrome.
Yes, it is safe to use Nogun under the guidance of a doctor.
Yes, Nogun 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.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 117
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bentyl (dicyclomine hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ofirmev (acetaminophen)
