Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Anglospas Forte 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. Anglospas Forte 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. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

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

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Anglospas Forte 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.

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

No, Anglospas Forte 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.

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Anglospas Forte is a carboxylic acid derivative with antispasmodic and anticholinergic activity. Anglospas Forte 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.