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Spastone Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Spastone Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Spastone Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Spastone Tablet are Dry Mouth, Dizziness, Blurred vision. Normally, these side effects of Spastone Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Spastone Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Spastone Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Spastone Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy must refrain from the use of Spastone Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Besides this, Spastone Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Spastone Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Spastone Tablet 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.
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Is the use of Spastone Tablet safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Spastone will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Spastone Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Spastone on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Spastone will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Spastone Tablet on the Kidneys?
Spastone can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Spastone Tablet on the Liver?
Spastone may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Spastone Tablet on the Heart?
Information about safety of Spastone for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Spastone Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Spastone Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Spastone Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Spastone Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Spastone Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Spastone Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Spastone Tablet
Taking Spastone Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Spastone Tablet
Taking alcohol with Spastone Tablet can be dangerous.
Yes, Spastone 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.
Yes, Spastone 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.
Yes, Spastone 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.
Spastone 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. Spastone 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.
Spastone 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 Spastone at the same time every day so that one doesn't forget the dose. One can take Spastone with or without food. Taking it with food may avoid stomach upset. One must follow the recommendations of a doctor while taking Spastone. In some people, it might cause some side effects like dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, etc.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 117
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