Cyclopam 10mg Injection
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Introduction To Cyclopam 10mg Injection
Cyclopam 10mg Injection 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.
Cyclopam 10mg Injection 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. Cyclopam 10mg Injection 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 Cyclopam 10mg Injection
- Abdominal pain
- Irritable bowel syndrome
Benefits of Cyclopam 10mg Injection
Abdominal pain
Cyclopam 10mg Injection 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.
Cyclopam 10mg Injection 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.
Cyclopam 10mg Injection 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 Cyclopam 10mg Injection
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 Cyclopam 10mg Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Cyclopam 10mg Injection works
Cyclopam 10mg Injection 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
- Cyclopam 10mg Injection 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 Cyclopam 10mg Injection 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
PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Cyclopam 10mg Injection if I’m pregnant?
Cyclopam 10mg Injection 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.
BreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Cyclopam 10mg Injection if I’m breastfeeding?
Cyclopam 10mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
AlcoholUNSAFE
Is drinking alcohol while taking Cyclopam 10mg Injection safe?
Cyclopam 10mg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I drive after taking Cyclopam 10mg Injection?
It is not known whether Cyclopam 10mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
KidneyCAUTION
Can I take Cyclopam 10mg Injection if I have/had kidney diseases?
Cyclopam 10mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cyclopam 10mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
LiverCAUTION
Can I take Cyclopam 10mg Injection if I have/had liver diseases?
Cyclopam 10mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cyclopam 10mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Cyclopam 10mg Injection safe?
Cyclopam 10mg Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Cyclopam 10mg Injection gluten free?
Cyclopam 10mg Injection active drug does not contain gluten. Read the label instruction of the brands your doctor prescribes you, for gluten content
Q. Does Cyclopam 10mg Injection help nausea?
Cyclopam 10mg Injection is not known to relieve nausea. Nausea is a common side effect of Cyclopam 10mg Injection.
Q. Does Cyclopam 10mg Injection help constipation or trigger constipation?
Cyclopam 10mg Injection may cause constipation.
Q. Is Cyclopam 10mg Injection an opiate/steroid/antacid/NSAID/benzodiazepine?
Cyclopam 10mg Injection is not an opiate, steroid, or an antacid. It is neither a NSAID not a benzodiazepine
Q. Is Cyclopam 10mg Injection a muscle relaxer?
Yes, Cyclopam 10mg Injection 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 Cyclopam 10mg Injection for diarrhea?
Cyclopam 10mg Injection has no known effects in treating diarrhea.
Q. Can I take Cyclopam 10mg Injection for menstrual cramps?
Cyclopam 10mg Injection 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 Cyclopam 10mg Injection make you drowsy?
Cyclopam 10mg Injection 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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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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