Generic Name - Dicyclomine
Category - antispasmodic and anticholinergic medication.
Indications
Functional bowel, Irritable bowel syndrome
Generic Bentyl is prescribed for the treatment of functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome (abdominal pain, accompanied by diarrhea and constipation associated with stress). Dicyclomine (Generic Bentyl) is an anticholinergic. It prevents spasms in the muscles of the gut and bladder by relaxing them, and reduces the amount of stomach acid produced.
Generic Bentyl Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Bentyl is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Bentyl should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
Liver or kidney disease
Hyperthyroidism
High blood pressure
coronary heart disease
congestive heart failure
rapid, irregular heartbeat
hiatal hernia or
enlargement of prostate gland.
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Bentyl. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Airway - opening drugs
Amantadine
Antacids
Antiarrhythmics
Antiglaucoma
antihistamines
Benzodiazepines
Corticosteroids
Digoxin
Major tranquilizers
MAO inhibitors
Metoclopramide
Narcotic analgesics
Nitrates and nitrites
Tricyclic antidepressant.Potassium supplements
Diuretics such as Dyazide, aldactazide and Moduretic.
Psychiatric drug lithium and
Tetracycline
Generic Bentyl Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericBentyl
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Bentyl for bowel problems is clearly shown to be effective is 160 mg per day (in: 4 equally divided doses). Since this dose is associated with a significant incidence of side effects, it is prudent to begin with 80 mg per day (in 4 equally divided doses). Depending upon the patients response during the first week of therapy, the dose should be increased to 160 mg per day unless side effects limit dosage escalation. If efficacy is not achieved within 2 weeks or side effects require doses below 80 mg per day, the drug should be discontinued. Documented safety data are not available for doses above 80 mg daily for periods longer than 2 weeks.
The intramuscular dosage form is to be used temporarily when the patient cannot take oral medication. Intramuscular injection is about twice as bioavailable as oral dosage forms; consequently, the recommended intramuscular dose is 80 mg daily (in 4 equally divided doses).
Oral dicyclomine hydrochloride should be started as soon as possible and the intramuscular form should not be used for periods longer than 1 or 2 days.
Generic Bentyl Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Bentyl side Effects include agitation, nervousness, confusion, blurred vision and other eye problems, decreased sweating, difficulty swallowing, dizziness, drowsiness, fast or slow heartbeat, hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not really there), pain or difficulty passing urine, slurred speech
unusual weakness or tiredness, vomiting,
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Bentyl.
Generic Bentyl and Pregnancy
The effects of using Generic Bentyl during pregnancy have not been adequately studied. Hence, it is recommended to notify your doctor and seek medical advice.
Generic Bentyl and Breastfeeding
Generic Bentyl does appear in breast milk and could affect a nursing infant. Do not use this drug while breastfeeding.
Generic Bentyl and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Bentyl in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic Bentyl and Geriatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Bentyl in geriatric patients have not been established.
Note
The above information about Generic Bentyl serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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