Dicyclomine

Dosage Forms Available

• Dicyclomine is available for use via oral route in the form of tablets, capsules, syrup, and injections. 

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for adults  and in children above 6 months.

Contraindications

• Dicyclomine is contraindicated in patients with known allergies to dicyclomine and in patients with glaucoma, obstructive uropathy, severe ulcerative colitis, reflux esophagitis, and obstructive disease of the stomach.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Dicyclomine may interact with other anticholinergics (like atropine), antispasmodic agents (such as clidinium), potassium supplements, anti-diabetics (such as pramlintide), antibiotics (like linezolid and ketoconazole), heart-related medications (such as quinidine and digoxin), Parkinson's disease medications (like levodopa), antidepressants (such as phenelzine and selegiline), dyes (like methylene blue), chemotherapy medications (such as procarbazine), anti-anxiety medications (like alprazolam), pain relievers (such as codeine), allergy medications (like cetirizine), and common cold medicines (such as diphenhydramine).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this medicine may cause symptoms like muscular weakness and paralysis. Contact your doctor if you take more than you should. 
• If you forget to take this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. But avoid repeating the dose.

Management of Side Effects

• Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication may impair your ability to drive or operate machinery. Avoid heavy work while you are on it.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Take this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding only if prescribed by your doctor.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients who have kidney or liver problems should exercise caution when taking this medicine.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Avoid or consume coffee and alcohol in moderation.
• Reduce stress, eat well, hydrate well, exercise frequently, and get enough sleep.
• Eat less chocolate, alcohol, caffeine, fructose or sorbitol, high-fibre foods, fizzy drinks, fried and fatty foods, and so on. 
• Instead of eating big meals, consider eating smaller, simpler ones on a regular basis. Make sure your diet includes plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
• To help you deal with your emotional tension, try yoga and relaxation exercises.
• Dairy products can exacerbate your IBS symptoms if you are lactose intolerant.If you are unable to consume dairy products, it is advisable to add other foods high in calcium, such as leafy greens, beans, nuts, and seeds.
• Keep yourself well-hydrated and wear light clothing to avoid heatstroke.