DICLOSPA 20MG/50MG TAB - mTatva Health-PIE

Contents

1 Overview
2 Usage
3 Frequently Asked Questions
4 How Do I Take It?
5 Precautions for DICLOSPA 20MG/50MG 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 DICLOSPA 20MG/50MG TAB
- 12.1 What are the commonly available Substitutes?
- 12.2 What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
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Overview

DICLOSPA 20MG/50MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

DICLOSPA 20MG/50MG TAB is composed of: DICLOFENAC SODIUM (50.0 MG), DICYCLOMINE (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. .

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

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

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: 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?

DICLOSPA 20MG/50MG TAB is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for DICLOSPA 20MG/50MG TAB and its Constituents

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).

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

DICLOFENAC SODIUM over-dosage can result in: Abdomen Pain, Vomit, Drowsiness, Difficulty Breathing, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
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

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)
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

DICLOFENAC SODIUM is categorized as: NONSTEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENTS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
DICYCLOMINE is categorized as: ANTICHOLINERGICS/ANTISPASMODICS / FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for DICLOSPA 20MG/50MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

AQUASHOT INJ	INR 30 for 1 ML INJECTION	DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
DICLOSPA 20MG/50MG TAB	INR 6.55 for 10 TABLETS	DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
DP SPAS 20MG/50MG TAB	INR 19.95 for 10 TABLETS	DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
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

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
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
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
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
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
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