Infacol

by Ambrosia

Active ingredient: Dicyclomine

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About Dicyclomine

Antispasmodic & Anticholinergic

Uses

Gastrointestinal disorders characterised by smooth muscle spasm for relief of flatulence, abdominal discomfort, infant colic (Wind) due to entrapped gas.

How to take it

TABLET: Adults: 10-20 mg three times daily. SYRUP: Infants & Children: 6 mth-2 yr, 2.5-5 mL before each feed, max four doses in 24 hr. 2-12 yr, 5 mL three times daily. 12-18 yr, 5-10 mL three times daily. Adults: 10 mL three to four times daily.

Side effects

Dry mouth, thirst and dizziness.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Contraindicated in pregnancy. Lactation: Contraindicated or not recommended. Contraindications: Infants under 6 months. Precautions: Patients with actual or suspected glaucoma or prostatic hypertrophy. May exacerbate acid reflux in hiatus hernia.

Advice

Take 30 to 60 minutes before meals. Do not take antacid or an anti-diarrhoeal within 2 hours of taking dicyclomine. Take high-fiber foods and drink at least 8 glasses of water daily to prevent constipation. Avoid extreme heat and humidity. Change position slowly to avoid light-headedness. Do not stop taking the drug abruptly, instead stop gradually to avoid dizziness and vomiting.

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Interactions with Dicyclomine

Amantadine, atenolol, digoxin, phenothiazines, tricyclic antidepressants.

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