Colicure 10mg Syrup

MRP
₹ 43
PRESCRIPTION REQUIRED
YES
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Empiai Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
QUANTITY
30 ml Syrup
SALT COMPOSITION
Dicyclomine (10mg)

Introduction To Colicure 10mg Syrup

Colicure 10mg Syrup is used in the treatment of abdominal pain and irritable bowel syndrome (symptoms include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, and diarrhea or constipation). It helps to control sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby reduces abdominal cramps.

Colicure 10mg Syrup is given by your doctor or nurse. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are dry mouth, blurred vision, nausea, weakness and nervousness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. This medicine may also cause diarrhea, so its better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Colicure 10mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver and kidney disease or alcohol abuse. It should not be used in infants less than six months of age.

Uses of Colicure 10mg Syrup

  • Abdominal pain
  • Irritable bowel syndrome

Benefits of Colicure 10mg Syrup

Abdominal pain
Colicure 10mg Syrup effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut), thereby relaxing the muscles and improving movement of food. This helps to treat abdominal pain (or stomach pain) as well as cramps, bloating and discomfort. Eventually, it will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the large intestine (colon) that usually needs long term management. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea, bloating, flatulence, cramps and stomach pain. Colicure 10mg Syrup relaxes the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine) and relieves these symptoms effectively. Usually, it is used along with other medicines for management of your condition.
Colicure 10mg Syrup is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of Colicure 10mg Syrup

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Meftal-Spas

  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Nervousness
  • Drowsiness
  • Vomiting
  • Psychosis
  • Diarrhea
  • Photophobia
  • Dyspepsia
  • Abdominal pain
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Confusion
  • Hallucination
  • Dry skin
  • Reduced bronchial secretions

How to use Colicure 10mg Syrup

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Colicure 10mg Syrup works

Colicure 10mg Syrup is an anticholinergic medication. It works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort.

Quick tips

  • Colicure 10mg Syrup is given as an injection into muscles by your doctor only.
  • It may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
  • It may make you sweat less. Avoid doing things that may cause you to overheat such as exercise.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Colicure 10mg Syrup as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting pain in your stomach.

Safety Advice

sdsPregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Can I take Colicure 10mg Syrup if I’m pregnant?

Colicure 10mg Syrup is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

sdsBreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Can I take Colicure 10mg Syrup if I’m breastfeeding?

Colicure 10mg Syrup is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

sdsAlcoholUNSAFE

Is drinking alcohol while taking Colicure 10mg Syrup safe?

Colicure 10mg Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

sdsDrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Can I drive after taking Colicure 10mg Syrup?

It is not known whether Colicure 10mg Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

sdsKidneyCAUTION

Can I take Colicure 10mg Syrup if I have/had kidney diseases?

Colicure 10mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Colicure 10mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

sdsLiverCAUTION

Can I take Colicure 10mg Syrup if I have/had liver diseases?

Colicure 10mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Colicure 10mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Colicure 10mg Syrup safe?

Colicure 10mg Syrup is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is Colicure 10mg Syrup gluten free?

Colicure 10mg Syrup active drug does not contain gluten. Read the label instruction of the brands your doctor prescribes you, for gluten content

Q. Does Colicure 10mg Syrup help nausea?

Colicure 10mg Syrup is not known to relieve nausea. Nausea is a common side effect of Colicure 10mg Syrup.

Q. Does Colicure 10mg Syrup help constipation or trigger constipation?

Colicure 10mg Syrup may cause constipation.

Q. Is Colicure 10mg Syrup an opiate/steroid/antacid/NSAID/benzodiazepine?

Colicure 10mg Syrup is not an opiate, steroid, or an antacid. It is neither a NSAID not a benzodiazepine

Q. Is Colicure 10mg Syrup a muscle relaxer?

Yes, Colicure 10mg Syrup is a smooth muscle relaxant. It has a direct effect on muscles of the stomach and intestine. It does not relax the skeletal/voluntary muscles

Q. Can I take Colicure 10mg Syrup for diarrhea?

Colicure 10mg Syrup has no known effects in treating diarrhea.

Q. Can I take Colicure 10mg Syrup for menstrual cramps?

Colicure 10mg Syrup mainly acts on the smooth muscles of the intestine. Hence, it is used to relieve cramps or spasms of the stomach and intestines (gut). It is not known whether it can be used for menstrual cramps

Q. Does Colicure 10mg Syrup make you drowsy?

Colicure 10mg Syrup may cause drowsiness and make you feel sleepy Q. Can I take dicyclomine with Advil (ibuprofen)/ amoxicillin/ Pepto (bismuth subsalicylate)/ tramadol/ Vicodin (acetaminophen and hydrocodone)/ oxycodone/ Tylenol (paracetamol)? There are no known serious drug interactions between dicyclomine and Advil (ibuprofen)/ amoxicillin/ Pepto (bismuth subsalicylate)/ Tramadol/ Vicodin (acetaminophen and hydrocodone)/ oxycodone/ Tylenol (paracetamol). Dicyclomine is often available in combination with pain killers like paracetamol Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on dicyclomine.

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