Cyclopam Injection 10ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Dicyclomine 10 mg Also Known As: Dicycloverine
Manufacturer
Indoco Remedies Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT CYCLOPAM INJECTIONCYCLOPAM INJECTION contains a medicine called Dicyclomine, which belongs to the Antispasmodics. It is used to manage functional bowel syndrome or irritable bowel syndrome. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common condition that affects the digestive system. It ca
Uses
symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea, and constipation. Before receiving CYCLOPAM INJECTION, inform your doctor if you have any problems related to the kidney, liver, lungs, or heart or if you have other conditions such as myasthenia gravis, ulcerative colitis, glaucoma, an enlarged prostate, or reflux esophagitis. CYCLOPAM INJECTION should be used during pregnancy only if advised by your doctor. CYCLOPAM INJECTION is not recommended for use by breastfeeding women or children less than 6 months of age. In elderly patients (over the age of 65), CYCLOPAM INJECTION should be used with caution. The most common
How It Works
CYCLOPAM INJECTION works by slowing the natural movements of the gut and by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and intestine, which helps to relieve cramps, pain, bloating, wind, and discomfort.
Directions for Use
CYCLOPAM INJECTION will be administered intramuscularly to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital setting. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
CYCLOPAM INJECTION include dizziness, weakness, dry mouth, blurred vision, nausea, sleepiness, and nervousness. Consult your doctor immediately if any of the symptoms worsen. USES OF CYCLOPAM INJECTION Manage functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome HOW CYCLOPAM INJECTION WORKSCYCLOPAM INJECTION works by slowing the natural movements of the gut and by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and intestine, which helps to relieve cramps, pain, bloating, wind, and discomfort. DIRECTIONS FOR USECYCLOPAM INJECTION will be administered intramuscularly to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital setting. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF CYCLOPAM INJECTIONCOMMON dizziness dry mouth blurred vision nausea sleepiness weakness nervousness RAREConsult your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects: allergic reactions symptoms such as hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat fast or slow heartbeats, pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest confusion, agitation, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behaviour problems with memory or speech problems with balance or muscle movement diarrhoea, severe constipation, or worsening of bowel symptoms trouble swallowing bruising, swelling, or pain dehydration, dizziness, confusion, feeling very thirsty, less urination or sweating
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYCYCLOPAM INJECTION should be used during pregnancy only if considered necessary. Consult your doctor before receiving CYCLOPAM INJECTION. BREASTFEEDINGCYCLOPAM INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before receiving CYCLOPAM INJECTION. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you experience drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision after receiving CYCLOPAM INJECTION. KIDNEYCYCLOPAM INJECTION should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases. Consult your doctor before receiving CYCLOPAM INJECTION. LIVERCYCLOPAM INJECTION should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver disease. Consult your doctor before receiving CYCLOPAM INJECTION. ALLERGYDo not receive CYCLOPAM INJECTION if you are allergic to Dicyclomine. HEART DISEASECYCLOPAM INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with unstable cardiovascular status in acute haemorrhage. It should be used with caution in patients with congestive heart failure, coronary heart disease, high blood pressure and with a history of cardiac surgery. Consult your doctor before receiving CYCLOPAM INJECTION. OTHERSCYCLOPAM INJECTION is not recommended for use, if you have: glaucoma myasthenia gravis severe ulcerative colitis obstructive uropathy (flow of urine is blocked) obstructive disease of the gastrointestinal tract, reflux esophagitis Before receiving CYCLOPAM INJECTION, inform your doctor if you have: ulcerative colitis enlarged prostate autonomic neuropathy (damage to the nerve that controls body functions such as temperature, blood pressure, and digestion) fever Use in pediatrics: CYCLOPAM INJECTION is not recommended for use in children less than 6 months of age. Consult your doctor before receiving CYCLOPAM INJECTION. Use in geriatrics: CYCLOPAM INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients (above 65 years of age). Usually, the dose will be initiated with the lowest effective dose depending upon kidney function. Consult your doctor before receiving CYCLOPAM INJECTION.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before receiving CYCLOPAM INJECTION inform your doctor, if you are taking any of these medicines: antiglaucoma agents such as timolol, and betaxolol (used to manage glaucoma) amantadine (used to manage Parkinson’s disease) quinidine, digoxin (used to manage irregular heartbeat) antihistamines such as diphenhydramine, chlorpheniramine (used to manage allergies) phenothiazines such as thioridazine, and trifluoperazine (used to manage schizophrenia) benzodiazepines such as alprazolam, and lorazepam (used to manage anxiety) tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline, desipramine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) such as isocarboxazid, phenelzine (used to manage depression) narcotic analgesics such as meperidine (used to relieve severe pain) nitrates such as isosorbide mononitrate (used to manage chest pain) sympathomimetic agents such as epinephrine, and norepinephrine (used to manage life-threatening allergic reactions) metoclopramide (used to manage nausea or vomiting) antacids such as aluminium hydroxide, and magnesium hydroxide (used to relieve indigestion or heartburn) Overdosage: CYCLOPAM INJECTION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital, so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor or nurse if you experience any unusual symptoms. SYNOPSIS Drug : Dicyclomine Pharmacological Category : Anticholinergic Agent Therapeutic Indication : Functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome Dosage Forms : Tablet, Injection MORE INFORMATION Keep out of reach from children Store below 30°C
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Written By
Kirsten Weiser, and Ryan De Lee. The Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. NIH: National Library of Medicine, National center of biotechnology Information Pubmed.gov. Jul 2009. [Accessed on 05 December 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3002524/ 3. Drugs.com. Dicyclomine [Revised on 8 July 2021] [Accessed on 05 December 2022] https://www.drugs.com/mtm/dicyclomine.html 4. Webmd. Dicyclomine. [Accessed on 05 December 2022] https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-5247/dicyclomine-oral/details 5. Axcan Pharma US, Inc; U.S. Food & Drug Administration; [Revised on July 2011] [Accessed on 05 December 2022] https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2011/007409s041lbl.pdf USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS Complete Blood Count AUTHOR DETAILS Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R
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Last Updated
05 Dec 2022