food interaction for Bencolic Tablet

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lactation interaction for Bencolic Tablet

food
alcohol
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lactation
Bencolic 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Bencolic 20mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Bencolic 20mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bencolic 20mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Bencolic 20mg Tablet

Dicyclomine(20mg)

Bencolic tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of abdominal pain and irritable bowel syndrome.

How bencolic tablet works

Bencolic 20mg Tablet is an anticholinergic medication. It works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort.

Common side effects of bencolic tablet

Nausea, Dizziness, Blurred vision, Dryness in mouth, Nervousness, Drowsiness, Headache, Vomiting, Constipation, Psychosis, Diarrhea, Photophobia, Dyspepsia, Abdominal pain, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Confusion, Hallucination, Dry skin, Reduced bronchial secretions, Palpitations, Fast heart rate, Cycloplegia (paralysis of the ciliary muscle of the eye), Dilatation of pupil, Discomfort when urinating, Rash

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Expert advice FOR Bencolic Tablet

  • Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
  • It may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
  • It may make you sweat less. Avoid doing things that may cause you to overheat such as exercise.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Dicyclomine as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting pain in your stomach.

Frequently asked questions FOR Bencolic 20mg Tablet

Dicyclomine

Q. Is Bencolic 20mg Tablet safe?
Bencolic 20mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Bencolic 20mg Tablet gluten free?
Bencolic 20mg Tablet active drug does not contain gluten. Read the label instruction of the brands your doctor prescribes you, for gluten content
Q. Does Bencolic 20mg Tablet help nausea?
Bencolic 20mg Tablet is not known to relieve nausea. Nausea is a common side effect of Bencolic 20mg Tablet.
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Q. Does Bencolic 20mg Tablet help constipation or trigger constipation?
Bencolic 20mg Tablet may cause constipation.
Q. Is Bencolic 20mg Tablet an opiate/steroid/antacid/NSAID/benzodiazepine?
Bencolic 20mg Tablet is not an opiate, steroid, or an antacid. It is neither a NSAID not a benzodiazepine
Q. Is Bencolic 20mg Tablet a muscle relaxer?
Yes, Bencolic 20mg Tablet is a smooth muscle relaxant. It has a direct effect on muscles of the stomach and intestine. It does not relax the skeletal/voluntary muscles
Q. Can I take Bencolic 20mg Tablet for diarrhea?
Bencolic 20mg Tablet has no known effects in treating diarrhea.
Q. Can I take Bencolic 20mg Tablet for menstrual cramps?
Bencolic 20mg Tablet mainly acts on the smooth muscles of the intestine. Hence, it is used to relieve cramps or spasms of the stomach and intestines (gut). It is not known whether it can be used for menstrual cramps
Q. Does Bencolic 20mg Tablet make you drowsy?
Bencolic 20mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and make you feel sleepy
Q. Can I take dicyclomine with Advil (ibuprofen)/ amoxicillin/ Pepto (bismuth subsalicylate)/ tramadol/ Vicodin (acetaminophen and hydrocodone)/ oxycodone/ Tylenol (paracetamol)?
There are no known serious drug interactions between dicyclomine and Advil (ibuprofen)/ amoxicillin/ Pepto (bismuth subsalicylate)/ Tramadol/ Vicodin (acetaminophen and hydrocodone)/ oxycodone/ Tylenol (paracetamol). Dicyclomine is often available in combination with pain killers like paracetamol Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on dicyclomine.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)