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What is dicyclomine? Dicyclomine is used to treat functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome. Dicyclomine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Many drugs can affect dicyclomine. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines. Before taking this medicine You should not use dicyclomine if you are allergic to it, or if you have: glaucoma; a bladder obstruction or other urination problems; a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines); severe ulcerative colitis; gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD); a serious heart condition and active bleeding; myasthenia gravis; or if you are breastfeeding a baby. Not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old. Dicyclomine should never be given to a child younger than 6 months old. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: heart problems or high blood pressure; a stroke; ulcerative colitis; an ileostomy or colostomy; an enlarged prostate; or liver or kidney disease. Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of dicyclomine. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. Do not breastfeed. How should I take dicyclomine? Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed. Dicyclomine oral is taken by mouth. Measure liquid medicine with the supplied syringe or a dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). Dicyclomine injection is given in a muscle if you are unable to take the medicine by mouth. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. What happens if I miss a dose? Skip the missed dose and use your next dose at the regular time. Do not use two doses at one time. What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Overdose can cause nausea, vomiting, dilated pupils, weakness or loss of movement in any part of your body, trouble swallowing, fainting, or seizure (convulsions). What should I avoid while taking dicyclomine? May cause dizziness or blurred vision. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how dicyclomine will affect you. Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Dicyclomine can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke. Tell your doctor if you have a fever while taking dicyclomine. Avoid using an antacid. Antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb dicyclomine oral. Dicyclomine side effects Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have: fast or slow heartbeats, pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest; confusion, agitation, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior; problems with memory or speech; problems with balance or muscle movement; diarrhea, severe constipation, or worsening of bowel symptoms; trouble swallowing; bruising, swelling, or pain where a dicyclomine injection was given; or dehydration --dizziness, confusion, feeling very thirsty, less urination or sweating. Confusion and mood or behavior changes may be more likely in older adults. Common side effects may include: drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, nervousness; blurred vision; dry mouth; or nausea. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Dicyclomine dosing information Usual Adult Dose for Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Oral: Initial dose: 20 mg orally four times a day Maintenance dose: Up to 40 mg orally four times a day, after one week with initial dose Comments: -Discontinue this drug if efficacy is not achieved within 2 weeks or side effects require doses below 80 mg per day. -Documented safety data are not available for doses above 80 mg daily for periods longer than 2 weeks. Intramuscular: 10 to 20 mg four times a day Duration of therapy: 1 or 2 weeks, when patient cannot take oral form Comments: Administer injection via IM only Uses: Treatment of patients with functional bowel/irritable bowel syndrome What other drugs will affect dicyclomine? Using dicyclomine with other drugs that make you drowsy can worsen this effect. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines. Many drugs can affect dicyclomine, especially: bronchodilator asthma medication; cold or allergy medicine (Benadryl and others); glaucoma medication; heart medication; medicine to treat depression, anxiety, mood disorders, or mental illness; medicine to treat overactive bladder; medicine to treat Parkinson's disease; or medicine to treat stomach problems, motion sickness, or irritable bowel syndrome. This list is not complete and many other drugs may affect dicyclomine. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.
What is dicyclomine? Dicyclomine is used to treat functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome. Dicyclomine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Many drugs can affect dicyclomine. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines. Before taking this medicine You should not use dicyclomine if you are allergic to it, or if you have: glaucoma; a bladder obstruction or other urination problems; a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines); severe ulcerative colitis; gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD); a serious heart condition and active bleeding; myasthenia gravis; or if you are breastfeeding a baby. Not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old. Dicyclomine should never be given to a child younger than 6 months old. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: heart problems or high blood pressure; a stroke; ulcerative colitis; an ileostomy or colostomy; an enlarged prostate; or liver or kidney disease. Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of dicyclomine. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. Do not breastfeed. How should I take dicyclomine? Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed. Dicyclomine oral is taken by mouth. Measure liquid medicine with the supplied syringe or a dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). Dicyclomine injection is given in a muscle if you are unable to take the medicine by mouth. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. What happens if I miss a dose? Skip the missed dose and use your next dose at the regular time. Do not use two doses at one time. What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Overdose can cause nausea, vomiting, dilated pupils, weakness or loss of movement in any part of your body, trouble swallowing, fainting, or seizure (convulsions). What should I avoid while taking dicyclomine? May cause dizziness or blurred vision. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how dicyclomine will affect you. Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Dicyclomine can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke. Tell your doctor if you have a fever while taking dicyclomine. Avoid using an antacid. Antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb dicyclomine oral. Dicyclomine side effects Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have: fast or slow heartbeats, pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest; confusion, agitation, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior; problems with memory or speech; problems with balance or muscle movement; diarrhea, severe constipation, or worsening of bowel symptoms; trouble swallowing; bruising, swelling, or pain where a dicyclomine injection was given; or dehydration --dizziness, confusion, feeling very thirsty, less urination or sweating. Confusion and mood or behavior changes may be more likely in older adults. Common side effects may include: drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, nervousness; blurred vision; dry mouth; or nausea. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Dicyclomine dosing information Usual Adult Dose for Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Oral: Initial dose: 20 mg orally four times a day Maintenance dose: Up to 40 mg orally four times a day, after one week with initial dose Comments: -Discontinue this drug if efficacy is not achieved within 2 weeks or side effects require doses below 80 mg per day. -Documented safety data are not available for doses above 80 mg daily for periods longer than 2 weeks. Intramuscular: 10 to 20 mg four times a day Duration of therapy: 1 or 2 weeks, when patient cannot take oral form Comments: Administer injection via IM only Uses: Treatment of patients with functional bowel/irritable bowel syndrome What other drugs will affect dicyclomine? Using dicyclomine with other drugs that make you drowsy can worsen this effect. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines. Many drugs can affect dicyclomine, especially: bronchodilator asthma medication; cold or allergy medicine (Benadryl and others); glaucoma medication; heart medication; medicine to treat depression, anxiety, mood disorders, or mental illness; medicine to treat overactive bladder; medicine to treat Parkinson's disease; or medicine to treat stomach problems, motion sickness, or irritable bowel syndrome. This list is not complete and many other drugs may affect dicyclomine. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.
What is Donnatal? Donnatal is made up of belladonna alkaloids (atropine, hyoscyamine, scopolamine) and phenobarbital. Donnatal is a combination medicine used to treat irritable bowel syndrome and ulcers in the intestine. Donnatal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings This medicine may be habit-forming. Misuse can cause addiction, overdose, or death. Before taking this medicine You should not use Donnatal if you are allergic to atropine, hyoscyamine, phenobarbital, or scopolamine. You also should not use this medicine if you have: a bladder obstruction, enlarged prostate, or other urination problems; a stomach or bowel obstruction (including paralytic ileus); chronic constipation or lack of bowel function (especially in older adults and those who are ill or debilitated); severe ulcerative colitis or toxic megacolon; glaucoma; reflux disease with a hiatal hernia; active bleeding with fast heartbeats, low blood pressure, shortness of breath, and cold hands or feet; porphyria (a genetic enzyme disorder that causes symptoms affecting the skin or nervous system); an allergy to primidone; or a muscle disorder called myasthenia gravis. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: ulcerative colitis or a stomach ulcer; a colostomy or ileostomy; a nerve-muscle disorder; heart problems, high blood pressure; gallbladder disease; alcoholism or drug addiction; breathing problems; a thyroid disorder; or liver or kidney disease. Donnatal may harm an unborn baby, but the benefit of treating your condition with this medicine may outweigh any risk. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you become pregnant. This medicine can make birth control pills less effective. Ask your doctor about using a non-hormonal birth control (condom, diaphragm with spermicide) to prevent pregnancy. It may not be safe to breast-feed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk. This medicine can slow breast milk production. Do not give this medication to a child without the advice of a doctor. How should I take Donnatal? Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed. This medicine contains phenobarbital, a barbiturate that may be habit-forming. Misuse can cause addiction, overdose, or death. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. Selling or giving away this medicine is against the law. Swallow the extended-release tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it. Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse. This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Donnatal. Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep track of your medicine. You should be aware if anyone is using it improperly or without a prescription. Do not stop using this medicine suddenly after long-term use, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Ask your doctor how to safely stop using this medicine. Detailed Donnatal dosage information What happens if I miss a dose? Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time. What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Overdose symptoms may include headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, blurred vision, hot or dry skin, trouble swallowing, and feeling excited or agitated. What should I avoid while taking Donnatal? Donnatal may cause drowsiness or blurred vision and may impair your reactions. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Drinking alcohol with this medicine can increase certain side effects. Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. This medicine can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke. Donnatal side effects Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling). Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have: fast or pounding heartbeats; blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights; diarrhea (especially if you have a colostomy or ileostomy); decreased sweating and hot or dry skin; painful or difficult urination; loss of coordination, slurred speech, fainting; confusion, agitation, depression, suicidal thoughts; fever, sore throat; or pale skin, easy bruising, unusual tiredness, cold hands and feet;
What is Donnatal? Donnatal is made up of belladonna alkaloids (atropine, hyoscyamine, scopolamine) and phenobarbital. Donnatal is a combination medicine used to treat irritable bowel syndrome and ulcers in the intestine. Donnatal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings This medicine may be habit-forming. Misuse can cause addiction, overdose, or death. Before taking this medicine You should not use Donnatal if you are allergic to atropine, hyoscyamine, phenobarbital, or scopolamine. You also should not use this medicine if you have: a bladder obstruction, enlarged prostate, or other urination problems; a stomach or bowel obstruction (including paralytic ileus); chronic constipation or lack of bowel function (especially in older adults and those who are ill or debilitated); severe ulcerative colitis or toxic megacolon; glaucoma; reflux disease with a hiatal hernia; active bleeding with fast heartbeats, low blood pressure, shortness of breath, and cold hands or feet; porphyria (a genetic enzyme disorder that causes symptoms affecting the skin or nervous system); an allergy to primidone; or a muscle disorder called myasthenia gravis. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: ulcerative colitis or a stomach ulcer; a colostomy or ileostomy; a nerve-muscle disorder; heart problems, high blood pressure; gallbladder disease; alcoholism or drug addiction; breathing problems; a thyroid disorder; or liver or kidney disease. Donnatal may harm an unborn baby, but the benefit of treating your condition with this medicine may outweigh any risk. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you become pregnant. This medicine can make birth control pills less effective. Ask your doctor about using a non-hormonal birth control (condom, diaphragm with spermicide) to prevent pregnancy. It may not be safe to breast-feed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk. This medicine can slow breast milk production. Do not give this medication to a child without the advice of a doctor. How should I take Donnatal? Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed. This medicine contains phenobarbital, a barbiturate that may be habit-forming. Misuse can cause addiction, overdose, or death. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. Selling or giving away this medicine is against the law. Swallow the extended-release tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it. Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse. This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Donnatal. Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep track of your medicine. You should be aware if anyone is using it improperly or without a prescription. Do not stop using this medicine suddenly after long-term use, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Ask your doctor how to safely stop using this medicine. Detailed Donnatal dosage information What happens if I miss a dose? Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time. What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Overdose symptoms may include headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, blurred vision, hot or dry skin, trouble swallowing, and feeling excited or agitated. What should I avoid while taking Donnatal? Donnatal may cause drowsiness or blurred vision and may impair your reactions. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Drinking alcohol with this medicine can increase certain side effects. Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. This medicine can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke. Donnatal side effects Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling). Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have: fast or pounding heartbeats; blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights; diarrhea (especially if you have a colostomy or ileostomy); decreased sweating and hot or dry skin; painful or difficult urination; loss of coordination, slurred speech, fainting; confusion, agitation, depression, suicidal thoughts; fever, sore throat; or pale skin, easy bruising, unusual tiredness, cold hands and feet;