Dicyclomine + Paracetamol
Introduction To Dicyclomine + Paracetamol
Dicyclomine + Paracetamol is commonly given to treat abdominal pain in children. It relieves the pain by relaxing the muscles of the stomach. It also blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that can cause pain and fever.
Give Dicyclomine + Paracetamol to your child at a fixed time either before or after food. If your child develops a stomach upset, it is best to give this medicine with food. It is usually given four times a day. However, this may vary based on your child's clinical condition, body weight, and age. It is most likely that the doctor will start with a low dose of Dicyclomine + Paracetamol and gradually increase the dose. Stick to the dose, time, and way as prescribed. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again, but skip it if it is already time for the next dose.
Dicyclomine + Paracetamol can cause some minor and temporary side effects like nausea, dry mouth, blurred vision, weakness, and nervousness. Usually, these episodes subside once your child's body adapts to the medicine. However, in case these effects persist or start bothering your child, consult your child's doctor without any delay.
Let your child's doctor know if your child is already taking any medicines. Also, narrate your child's complete medical history, including any prior episodes of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, vascular disorders, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and in planning your child's overall treatment.
Uses of Dicyclomine + Paracetamol
- Treatment of Abdominal pain
Benefits of Dicyclomine + Paracetamol
Treatment of Abdominal pain
Dicyclomine + Paracetamol effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the
stomach and intestine (gut), thereby relaxing the muscles and improving the
movement of food. It also blocks chemical messengers in the brain that are
responsible for pain sensation. This helps to treat abdominal pain (or stomach
pain) as well as cramps, bloating, and discomfort. Take Dicyclomine + Paracetamol as
prescribed to get maximum benefit. Eventually, it will help you to go about
your daily activities more easily and have a more active and better quality of
life.
Side effects of Dicyclomine + Paracetamol
Dicyclomine + Paracetamol does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Endospas
- Nausea
- Dryness in mouth
- Blurred vision
- Weakness
- Nervousness
How to use Dicyclomine + Paracetamol
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Dicyclomine + Paracetamol may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Dicyclomine + Paracetamol works
Dicyclomine + Paracetamol is a combination of two medicines: dicyclomine and paracetamol, which relieves abdominal pain and cramps. Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic that relaxes the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) that works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain.
Quick tips
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Do not give Dicyclomine + Paracetamol to infants who are less than 6 months of age.
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Do not give Dicyclomine + Paracetamol with antacids as they can decrease its absorption.
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Taking frequent sips of water may help if dry mouth occurs with the use of Dicyclomine + Paracetamol.
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Rule out the psychological causes of abdominal pain in children before giving Dicyclomine + Paracetamol.
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Do not practice self-medication. Never give any stomach pain medicine to your child without consulting a doctor.
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Never give the medicines meant for adults to children as they can be harmful for your child.
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Give Dicyclomine + Paracetamol for whom it is prescribed. Do not share the medicine as it can do harm.
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Some self-care tips:
- Divide your child’s meal into proportions. Give an easily digestible meal to your child.
- You may place a hot water bottle on your child’s abdomen during pain.
- Avoid giving caffeinated foods such as coffee, chocolates to your child as these can trigger the pain.
Safety Advice
KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Dicyclomine + Paracetamol if I have/had kidney diseases?
Dicyclomine + Paracetamol is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Dicyclomine + Paracetamol is recommended. However, Dicyclomine + Paracetamol should be used with caution in children with severe kidney disease. Discuss with your child’s doctor thoroughly before giving this medicine to your child in such cases.
LiverCAUTION
Can I take Dicyclomine + Paracetamol if I have/had liver diseases?
Dicyclomine + Paracetamol should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dicyclomine + Paracetamol may be needed. Please consult your doctor. However, the use of Dicyclomine + Paracetamol is not recommended in children with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. My child is having constipation. Can I give Dicyclomine + Paracetamol?
Antispasmodic medicines such as Dicyclomine + Paracetamol relieve the stomach cramps brought on by irritable bowel syndrome by relaxing the smooth muscle of the gut. But these medicines may cause constipation as a side effect, so they are not usually prescribed for children who have constipation.
Q. In which conditions should I avoid giving Dicyclomine + Paracetamol to my child?
Avoid giving Dicyclomine + Paracetamol in conditions like gastrointestinal obstruction, inflammatory bowel disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), cardiovascular disease, liver impairment, renal malfunction, hyperthyroidism, urinary obstruction, glaucoma, neuromuscular disease, down syndrome, or hypersensitivity to Dicyclomine + Paracetamol.
Q. When should I call my child’s doctor right away?
Reach out to your child’s doctor without any delay if your child exhibits serious side effects like impaired consciousness, blurred vision, bouts of diarrhea, hyperthermia, or psychosis.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Dicyclomine + Paracetamol?
Dicyclomine + Paracetamol can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Dicyclomine + Paracetamol. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. My child who is having abdominal pain has to participate in a sports function tomorrow at school. Is Dicyclomine + Paracetamol the right choice?
Dicyclomine + Paracetamol may cause drowsiness and/or blurred vision. These side effects may impair physical or mental abilities. Therefore, it is advised not to give Dicyclomine + Paracetamol if your child has to perform a task requiring mental alertness.
References
Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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