Dicyclomine (HCl)
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Overview
Dicyclomine (HCl) slows activity of the stomach and gastro-intestinal tract. Dicyclomine (HCl) used in treating spasm of gastro-intestinal tract and urinary tract and to reduce gastric acid in peptic ulceration. Dicyclomine (HCl) also used in diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, spastic colitis and biliary dyskinesia
Indications
Dicyclomine (HCl) is primarily indicated in conditions like Infantile colic, Irritable bowel syndrome, Symptomatic relief of GI-disorders, Urinary incontinence.
Contraindications
Dicyclomine (HCl) is contraindicated in conditions like Glaucoma, Reflux esophagitis, Prostatic hypertrophy, Myasthenia gravis, Paralytic ileus, Toxic megacolon, GI obstruction, Reflux esophagitis, Obstructive uropathy, Severe ulcerative colitis,
Side Effects
Dicyclomine (HCl) produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Respiratory arrest, which are responsible for the discontinuation of Dicyclomine (HCl) therapy. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Dicyclomine (HCl) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Weakness, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Nausea, Tachycardia, Constipation, Blurred vision, Urinary retention, Problems of accommodation, Exacerbation of glaucoma, CNS effects, Photophobia, Xerostomia
Warnings
Closely monitor patients for therapeutic response and side effects. Dicyclomine should not be used in high doses because may produce mental depression and mental disturbances. It should be used with caution in patients over 40 years, because may increase the risk of glaucoma. It should be used with caution in patients with asthma, heart or kidney diseases. It should be used with caution in infants and small children.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, Pregnant Mothers, Geriatrics, and Neonates. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
10 to 20 mg (15 (15)) 8 hourly PO —
Child Dosage
0.5 to 1 mg/kg (0.75 (0.75)) 8 hourly Oral — -
5 to 10 mg (7.5 (7.5)) As recommended. 3 to 4 times a day —
Neonatal Dosage
0.5 mg/kg (0.5 (0.5)) 8 hourly oral — Avoid in children less than 6 months of age
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Dicyclomine (HCl) was found.
Storage
Tab, Caps, Syrup Store Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No active brands are currently recorded for this generic.
1 record is present but flagged "Unverified / Legacy" and excluded.