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Colispas, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops, Syrup, Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Colispas have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Colispas depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Colispas side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Colispas go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Colispas is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Colispas related warnings talks about Colispas's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Colispas can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Colispas in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Kidney Disease, Asthma. Other contraindications of Colispas have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Colispas have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Colispas, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Colispas 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
Age Group | Dosage |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Colispas is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Colispas safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Colispas. If you are pregnant, do not take Colispas without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Colispas safe during breastfeeding?
Colispas should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Colispas on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Colispas on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Colispas on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Colispas on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Colispas on the Heart?
Colispas may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Colispas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Colispas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Colispas habit forming or addictive?
Colispas is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Colispas
You can take Colispas with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Colispas
Consumption of alcohol and Colispas together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Colispas is not an antibiotic. It is an anticholinergic agent with an antispasmodic activity which is used for the management of irritable bowel syndrome.
Colispas 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. Colispas 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.
Colispas is a carboxylic acid derivative with antispasmodic and anticholinergic activity. Colispas 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.
Yes, Colispas 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, Colispas causes constipation. Constipation can be prevented or managed by drinking more water, eating more fiber, exercising more, taking herbal laxatives, eating probiotic foods and supplements, eating magnesium and prunes and avoiding dairy.
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