DEPODIC SYP

Overview

DEPODIC SYP is a Schedule H drug.

DEPODIC SYP is composed of: ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE (8 MG/ML), DICYCLOMINE (2 MG/ML)

Dicyclomine relieves spasms of the muscles in the stomach and intestines. Dicyclomine is used to treat functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome. Dicyclomine is used in the treatment of abdominal pain.Dicyclomine works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). In doing this, it relieves cramps, pain, bloating,   and discomfort.Dicyclomine is a prescription medication used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This medication belongs to a group of drugs called anticholinergic agents. It relieves intestinal spasms by blocking muscarinic receptors in the digestive tract.

Usage

DICYCLOMINE is generally used to treat: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
DICYCLOMINE can address symptoms like: Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Abdomen Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Generally considered as 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: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions

•  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.

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), Fainting

Common Side-Effects

DICYCLOMINE : Dizziness, Asthenia, Fever, Tachycardia, Dry Skin, Dry Mouth, Nausea, Nervousness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Drowsiness, Weakness (generalized)

Serious Side-Effects

DICYCLOMINE : Dry Skin, Hallucination, Irregular Heartbeat, Decreased Sweating, Irregular Heartbeat, Slurred Speech, Mood Swings, Confusion

Rare Side-Effects

DICYCLOMINE : Anorexia Nervosa, Constipation, Skin Rash, Dysuria, Itchy Skin, Dizziness, Head Headache, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

DICYCLOMINE can interfere with: Glaucoma, Tardive Dyskinesia, Diarrhoea, Hemorrhage, Reflux Esophagitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Coronary Artery Disease, Psychosis, Hyperthyroidism, Hypertension, Fever

Technical Classification

DICYCLOMINE is categorized as: ANTICHOLINERGICS/ANTISPASMODICS / FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

DEPODIC SYP		ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE 8 MG/ML, DICYCLOMINE 2 MG/ML
RESPAS LIQD	INR 12.75 for 10ML LIQUID	ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE 40 MG/ML, DICYCLOMINE 10 MG