Bentyl

Generic name: dicyclomine
Brand names: Bentyl, Dibent, Dicyclocot
Drug class: Anticholinergics / antispasmodics

Dosage form: Tablet/Capsule
Root of administraton: Oral/Injection
Dose:

• Bentyl 10 mg capsules
• Bentyl 20 mg tablets

Drug usage cases: Bentyl is used to treat functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome.
Drug contra indications:

You should not use Bentyl 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.

Side effects:

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.

Warnings: Many drugs can affect Bentyl. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines.
Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding: Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.