Dicyclomine Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Dicyclomine Tablet Information

Dicyclomine Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Abdominal Pain, Abdominal Cramps. Secondary and off-label uses of Dicyclomine Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Dicyclomine Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dicyclomine Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Dicyclomine Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Dicyclomine Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Dicyclomine Tablet related warnings talks about Dicyclomine Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Dicyclomine Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dicyclomine Tablet in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dicyclomine Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Dicyclomine Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Dicyclomine Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Dicyclomine Tablet Benefits & Uses
Dicyclomine Tablet Dosage & How to Take
Dicyclomine Tablet Side Effects
Dicyclomine Tablet Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Dicyclomine Tablet with Other Drugs
Dicyclomine Tablet Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Dicyclomine Tablet
Dicyclomine Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dicyclomine Tablet Benefits & Uses

Dicyclomine Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Abdominal Pain
Abdominal Cramps

Other Benefits

Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Diverticulitis
Morning Sickness during Pregnancy

Dicyclomine Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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

Dicyclomine Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Dicyclomine Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Dicyclomine safely.

Safe
Is the use of Dicyclomine Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Dicyclomine may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Dicyclomine should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Dicyclomine Tablet on the Kidneys?

Dicyclomine rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Dicyclomine Tablet on the Liver?

Dicyclomine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Dicyclomine Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Dicyclomine on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dicyclomine Tablet with Other Drugs

Dicyclomine Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Pentazocine

Potassium Chloride

Moderate

Dicyclomine Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dicyclomine Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Myasthenia Gravis
Hyperthyroidism
GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
Kidney Cancer
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Dicyclomine Tablet

Is this Dicyclomine Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Dicyclomine Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Dicyclomine Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Dicyclomine Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Dicyclomine Tablet only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Dicyclomine Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Dicyclomine Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dicyclomine Tablet

Taking Dicyclomine Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dicyclomine Tablet

Taking Dicyclomine Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Dicyclomine Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Dicyclomine an antibiotic?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Dicyclomine is not an antibiotic. It is an anticholinergic agent with an antispasmodic activity which is used for the management of irritable bowel syndrome.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dicyclomine cause hair loss?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

No, Dicyclomine 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Dicyclomine work?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Dicyclomine is a carboxylic acid derivative with antispasmodic and anticholinergic activity. Dicyclomine 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dicyclomine cause constipation?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Yes, Dicyclomine 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Dicyclomine?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Dicyclomine 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 Dicyclomine at the same time every day so that one doesn't forget the dose. One can take Dicyclomine with or without food. Taking it with food may avoid stomach upset. One must follow the recommendations of a doctor while taking Dicyclomine. In some people, it might cause some side effects like dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, etc.