Generic Name : DICYCLOMINE ABSTRACT – Bentyl is antispasmodic drug used for the treatment of intestinal spasms and in...
Bentyl
Bentyl is antispasmodic drug used for the treatment of intestinal spasms and in urinary incontinence. It possess a bit of anesthetic properties and has a little effect on cardiovascular system. It is also used in treating enterocolitis. It belongs to anticholinergic class of drugs.
CAUSES –
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- Bentyl has to be taken as directed by the doctors.
- Prescribed dosage:
Tablet: 20 mg
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- Capsule: 10 mg
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- Injection: 10mg/ml
- Syrup:10mg/5ml
SIDE EFFECTS –
- Tiredness
- Nausea
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
RARE SIDE EFFECTS:
- Seizures
- Heart palpitations
SHORT-TERM EFFECTS:
- Patient might witness difficulty in urinating.
LONG-TERM EFFECTS:
- Treatment for long term leads to regular heart palpitations.
- Seizures may occur.
DRUG INTERACTIONS –
- Secretin
- Revefenacin
- Pramlitide
MILD INTERACTIONS OF BENTYL ARE:
- Atropine
- Carbachol
- Benztropine
- Doxepin
- Henbane
- Oxybutnin
- Pimozide
PRECAUTIONS –
- Take an allergy test.
- Avoid alcohol.
- Stay well hydrated in case of diarrhea.
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