Spas Drops 10ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Dicyclomine 10 mg+Dimethicone 40 mg
Manufacturer
Torque Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd (Generics)
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT SPAS DROPSSPAS DROPS is a combination of Dicyclomine and Dimethicone which belongs to the group of medicines called Antispasmodic agents and Anti-foaming agents respectively. It is used for the management of functional bowel/irritable bowel syndrome, gastric distension, functional digestive disorders and stomach pain in children. Before giving SPAS DROPS inform your doctor if your child have diarrhea, ulcerative colitis, thyroid problems, hypertension, liver problems, kidney problems or heart problems, history of allergy, intolerance to any food products and abdominal obstruction. Your doctor will decide the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. SPAS DROPS may cause your child to sweat less, increasing his or her risk of heatstroke. Avoid overheating by avoiding strenuous work or exercise in hot weather and using hot baths. Give the prescribed dose to your child orally before a meal or as directed by the doctor. Do not abruptly stop the medicine by yourself as it may bring back the symptoms or worsen your child’s condition. The most common
Uses
OF SPAS DROPSIt is used to manage: functional bowel/irritable bowel syndrome gastric distension functional digestive disorders stomach pain
How It Works
SPAS DROPS is a combination of Dicyclomine and Dimethicone. Dicyclomine works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden contractions of the muscle (spasms), thereby relieving abdominal cramps and pain. Dimethicone works by disintegrating the gas bubbles and allowing easy passage of gas. Hence it helps to reduce the abdominal pain caused due to cramps, spasms and gas formation.
Directions for Use
Give SPAS DROPS to your child as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration depending on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
this medicine are dryness in the mouth, dizziness, weakness, sleepiness, nervousness, blurred vision and nausea. Contact your physician if any of the above symptoms worsen or persists for a longer duration. If these side effects occur, they will subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. In case these side effects do not improve or become bothersome for your child, contact your doctor immediately. USES OF SPAS DROPSIt is used to manage: functional bowel/irritable bowel syndrome gastric distension functional digestive disorders stomach pain HOW SPAS DROPS WORKSSPAS DROPS is a combination of Dicyclomine and Dimethicone. Dicyclomine works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden contractions of the muscle (spasms), thereby relieving abdominal cramps and pain. Dimethicone works by disintegrating the gas bubbles and allowing easy passage of gas. Hence it helps to reduce the abdominal pain caused due to cramps, spasms and gas formation. DIRECTIONS FOR USEGive SPAS DROPS to your child as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration depending on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF SPAS DROPSCOMMON dry mouth dizziness weakness sleepiness nervousness nausea blurred vision RAREStop giving SPAS DROPS and contact your physician immediately if your child experience any of the following side effects: fever and heat stroke (due to decreased sweating) high and long-lasting pain in the abdomen
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSDRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not allow your child drive or play outdoors, as SPAS DROPS may cause dizziness or blurry vision. Consult your doctor before giving SPAS DROPS. KIDNEYSPAS DROPS should be used with caution if your child have any kidney disease. Contact your doctor for advice. LIVERSPAS DROPS should be used with caution if your child have any liver disease. Contact your doctor for advice. ALLERGYDo not give SPAS DROPS if your child is allergic to Dicyclomine, Dimethicone or to other ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASESPAS DROPS should be used with caution if your child have any heart disease. Contact your doctor for advice. OTHERSBefore giving SPAS DROPS inform your doctor if your child have: diarrhea ulcerative colitis thyroid problems hypertension abdominal obstruction Use in Pediatrics: Your doctor will decide the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Contact your doctor before giving SPAS DROPS.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Inform your physician if your child is taking any of the following medicine: medicines used as antiarrhythmics (prevent and manage a heart rhythm that's too fast or irregular) medicine used to manage allergies (Ex. chlorpheniramine) medicines used as antipsychotic (Ex. phenothiazines) medicines used as a sympathomimetic (Ex. amphetamine) medicines used to manage nausea and vomiting (Ex. metoclopramide) Overdosage: If your child accidentally took too much of SPAS DROPS, consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include headache, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, dilated pupils, hot dry skin, dizziness, dryness of the mouth, difficulty in swallowing and CNS stimulation including convulsion. SYNOPSIS Drug : Dicyclomine, Dimethicone Pharmacological Category : Antispasmodics, Anti-foaming agents Therapeutic Indication : Abdominal pain, Irritable bowel syndrome Dosage Forms : Drops, Syrup, Suspension, Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATION Keep out of reach of children Store SPAS DROPS at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Spas Drops 10ml.
Is SPAS DROPS can be used in patients with heart problems?
SPAS DROPS should be used with caution if your child have heart problems. Contact your doctor before giving SPAS DROPS.
What are the symptoms of overdosage of SPAS DROPS?
If your child accidentally took too much of SPAS DROPS, consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include headache, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, dilated pupils, hot dry skin, dizziness, dryness of the mouth, difficulty in swallowing and CNS stimulation including convulsion.
When to seek medical emergency while giving SPAS DROPS?
Stop giving SPAS DROPS and contact your physician immediately if your child experience fever and heat stroke (due to decreased sweating) and experience high and long-lasting pain in the abdomen.
How to give SPAS DROPS?
Give SPAS DROPS as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. The correct dose and duration will be decided by your physician for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
When not to use SPAS DROPS?
Before giving SPAS DROPS inform your doctor if your child have diarrhea, ulcerative colitis, thyroid problems, hypertension, liver problems, kidney problems or heart problems, history of allergy, intolerance to any food products and abdominal obstruction.
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Last Updated
12 Jan 2023