Dicyclomine (Dicyclomine Hydrochloride) - Summary

DICYCLOMINE SUMMARY

DICYCLOMINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS, USP

Dicyclomine hydrochloride is an antispasmodic and anticholinergic (antimuscarinic) agent.

Dicyclomine hydrochloride is indicated for the treatment of functional bowel/irritable bowel syndrome.

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Media Articles Related to Dicyclomine

Studying The Causes Of Irritable Bowel Syndrome - GENIEUR
Source: Irritable-Bowel Syndrome News From Medical News Today [2013.02.06]
Experts and scientists from 19 European countries are getting together to investigate the causes of IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) with the aim of better understanding the condition and improving diagnosis and treatment. The team is led by researchers from the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg and Karolinska Institutet, both in Sweden...

Linaclotide Given Positive CHMP Opinion For Irritable Bowel Syndrome With Constipation
Source: Irritable-Bowel Syndrome News From Medical News Today [2012.10.01]
Almirall, S.A. (ALM:MC) and Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: IRWD) have announced that the European Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has issued a positive opinion recommending the marketing approval for Constella® (linaclotide 290 micrograms), for the symptomatic treatment of moderate to severe irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) in adults...

European Medicines Agency Recommends Authorisation Of First Medicine Specifically For Irritable Bowel Syndrome Constella
Source: Irritable-Bowel Syndrome News From Medical News Today [2012.09.25]
The European Medicines Agency's Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has recommended the authorisation of the first medicine specifically for the symptomatic treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in the European Union (EU)...

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Source: MedicineNet Dyspepsia Specialty [2012.09.18]
Title: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Created: 2/25/2002 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/18/2012 12:00:00 AM

Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Children
Source: MedicineNet Swallowing Specialty [2012.07.13]
Title: Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Children
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Created: 6/24/2009 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 7/13/2012 12:00:00 AM

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Reports of Suspected Dicyclomine Side Effects

Weight Decreased (9),  Confusional State (7),  Constipation (7),  Dehydration (7),  Agitation (6),  Fatigue (6),  Delirium (6),  Insomnia (5),  Visual Impairment (5),  Thrombosis (4), more >>

PATIENT REVIEWS / RATINGS / COMMENTS

Dicyclomine review by 48 year old female patient
		Rating
Overall rating:
Effectiveness:		Moderately Effective
Side effects:		Mild Side Effects
		Treatment Info
Condition / reason:		ibs
Dosage & duration:		4xa day (dosage frequency: 1x a day) for the period of 4 months
Other conditions:		anxiety,panic, depression
Other drugs taken:		b/c pill, ritalin
		Reported Results
Benefits:		helps with ibs-c
Side effects:		slightly "drugged" feeling, went away after a few days
Comments:		supposed to take one tablet before each meal and one at bedtime. i take only one at bedtime and have still had considerable success w/ibs symptoms. i also supplement with acacia powder, apple cider vinegar, acidophilus supplements, and magnesium supplements.

Dicyclomine review by 48 year old female patient
		Rating
Overall rating:
Effectiveness:		Moderately Effective
Side effects:		Mild Side Effects
		Treatment Info
Condition / reason:		ibs
Dosage & duration:		4xa day (dosage frequency: 1x a day) for the period of 4 months
Other conditions:		anxiety,panic, depression
Other drugs taken:		b/c pill, ritalin
		Reported Results
Benefits:		helps with ibs-c
Side effects:		slightly "drugged" feeling, went away after a few days
Comments:		supposed to take one tablet before each meal and one at bedtime. i take only one at bedtime and have still had considerable success w/ibs symptoms. i also supplement with acacia powder, apple cider vinegar, acidophilus supplements, and magnesium supplements.