Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Disease Interactions
- 11 Technical Classification
- 12 Available Alternatives for CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB
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Overview
CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB is composed of: DICYCLOMINE (50.0 MG), DICLOFENAC SODIUM (20.0 MG)
Diclofenac Sodium is an anti-inflammatory painkiller. This non-steroidal drug is used to alleviate symptoms of arthritis such as inflammation, pain, fever and swollen joints. It is used in the treatment of conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylosis and severe menstrual pain. Diclofenac Sodium works by obstructing the production of cyclooxygenase, which synthesizes the compound called prostaglandin. This compound is responsible for symptoms of arthritis such as pain, swelling and inflammation. .
Usage
DICYCLOMINE is generally used to treat: Irritable Bowel SyndromeDICYCLOMINE can address symptoms like: Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Abdomen Pain
DICLOFENAC SODIUM is generally used to treat: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Menstrual Cramp, Pain
DICLOFENAC SODIUM can address symptoms like: Fever, Knees Joint Pain
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB is generally taken After Food.Precautions for CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB and its Constituents
- This medication may impair your thinking or alertness. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
- Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Dicyclomine can decrease your sweating, which can lead to heat stroke in a hot environment.
- Avoid taking alcohol as it can increase certain side effects of dicyclomine.
- Stop using dicyclomine and call your doctor right away if you have serious side effects such as confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior, fast or uneven heart rate, or if you urinate less than usual or not at all.
- You should not take this medication if you are allergic to dicyclomineTake exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.Dicyclomine is usually taken 4 times each day. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.Take this medicine with a full glass of water.
- Pregnant women, women trying to conceive, smokers and alcoholics should avoid taking Diclofenac Sodium, since it can have harmful effects.
- Avoid taking aspirin or other NSAIDs while you are taking this medicine.
- If you use diclofenac long-term, you may need frequent medical tests.
- Take Diclofenac sodium on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
- Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet or delayed-release tablet. Swallow it whole.
- Dissolve diclofenac sodium powder in to 2 ounces of water. Do not use any other type of liquid. Stir this mixture and drink all of it right away. It works best if you take it on an empty stomach.
- It is not known whether diclofenac passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
- Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft).
Symptoms of Overdosage
DICYCLOMINE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Enlarged (dilated) Pupils, Difficulty Breathing, Fever, Dizziness, Difficulty Swallowing, Mood Swings, Irregular Heartbeat, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), FaintingDICLOFENAC SODIUM over-dosage can result in: Abdomen Pain, Vomit, Drowsiness, Difficulty Breathing, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
Common Side-Effects
DICYCLOMINE : Dizziness, Asthenia, Fever, Tachycardia, Dry Skin, Dry Mouth, Nausea, Nervousness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Drowsiness, Weakness (generalized)DICLOFENAC SODIUM : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Indigestion, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Abdomen Burn, Abdomen Pain, Belching, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Cloudy Urine With Strong Odor, Constipation, Loose Motion, Dizziness, Head Headache, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Pale Skin, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Weight Loss (unintentional)
Serious Side-Effects
DICYCLOMINE : Dry Skin, Hallucination, Irregular Heartbeat, Decreased Sweating, Irregular Heartbeat, Slurred Speech, Mood Swings, ConfusionRare Side-Effects
DICYCLOMINE : Anorexia Nervosa, Constipation, Skin Rash, Dysuria, Itchy Skin, Dizziness, Head Headache, Face Swelling, Difficulty BreathingDisease Interactions
DICLOFENAC SODIUM can interfere with: Asthma, Congestive Heart Disease, Urine Retention, Hypertension, Peptic Ulcer, Duodenitis, Intestinal Perforation, Alcoholism, Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Dermatitis, Acute Renal Failure, Hyponatremia, Acute Liver Failure, Myocardial Infarction, Ischemic Heart Disease, Porphyria, Anemia, Hyperkalemia, Thrombocytopathy, Thrombocytopenia, Vitamin K DeficiencyTechnical Classification
DICYCLOMINE is categorized as: ANTICHOLINERGICS/ANTISPASMODICS / FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTSDICLOFENAC SODIUM is categorized as: NONSTEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENTS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
Available Alternatives for CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
BESTOGESIC SPS INJ | INR 9.6 for 2 ML INJECTION | DICYCLOMINE 50.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 20.0 MG |
CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB | INR 24.5 for 10 TABLETS | DICYCLOMINE 50.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 20.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
AQUADOL SPAS 20MG/50GM INJ | INR 24 for 1 ML INJECTION | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 GM, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG |
AQUADOL SPAS TAB | INR 20.5 for 10 TABLETS | DICLOFENAC SODIUM , DICYCLOMINE |
AQUASHOT INJ | INR 30 for 1 ML INJECTION | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG |
COLIK INJ | INR 10.9 for 2 ML INJECTION | DICLOFENAC SODIUM , DICYCLOMINE |
COLIK TAB | INR 60 for 10 TABLETS | DICLOFENAC SODIUM , DICYCLOMINE |
COLPANIL 20MG/50MG/325MG TAB | INR 36 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG |
DICLOGESIC SPAS TAB | INR 48.2 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 500 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20 MG |
DICLONIJ SPAS TAB | INR 12.6 for 10 TABLETS | DICYCLOMINE , DICLOFENAC SODIUM |
DICLOSPA 20MG/50MG TAB | INR 6.55 for 10 TABLETS | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG |
DISALV TAB | INR 55 for 10 TABLETS | DICYCLOMINE , DICLOFENAC SODIUM |
DP SPAS 10MG/25MG INJ | INR 8.75 for 2 ML INJECTION | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 25.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG |
DP SPAS 20MG/50MG TAB | INR 19.95 for 10 TABLETS | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG |
DUOSPAN TAB | INR 15.38 for 10 TABLETS | DICYCLOMINE 70.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM |
DYNAPAR SPAS 50MG/10MG TAB | INR 91 for 10 TABLETS | DICYCLOMINE 50.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 10.0 MG |
KEDOL SPAS TAB | INR 60 for 10 TABLETS | DICLOFENAC SODIUM , DICYCLOMINE , PARACETAMOL |
NOBEL SPAS RF 10MG/25MG INJ | INR 8.46 for 2 ML INJECTION | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 25.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG |
PAASPAS 20MG/50MG/325MG TAB | INR 25 for 400 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG |
ROLOSPAZ TAB | INR 23.13 for 10 TABLETS | DICLOFENAC SODIUM , DICYCLOMINE |
SPAS DICLORAN TAB | INR 40 for 10 TABLETS | DICYCLOMINE 50.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM |
SPASGO 20MG/50MG TAB | INR 18.3 for 10 TABLETS | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG |
SPASMO FORTE 20MG/50MG INJ | INR 14.5 for 2 ML INJECTION | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG |
SPASMO PROXYVON FORTE INJ | INR 14.5 for 2 ML INJECTION | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG |
SPASMODART TAB | INR 39.5 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG |
SPASMORIL 100MG/20MG TAB | INR 41 for 10 TABLETS | DICYCLOMINE 100.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 20.0 MG |
SPASMORIL DPS | INR 40.5 for 15 ML DROP | DICYCLOMINE , DICLOFENAC SODIUM |
SPAZ 10MG/250MG TAB | INR 76.75 for 10 TABLETS | DICLOFENAC SODIUM 250.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG |