Manufacturer: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Dicyclomine(10mg)
Vial of 30ml Injection
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NT Spas 10mg Injection is used in the treatment of abdominal pain and irritable bowel syndrome (symptoms include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, and diarrhea or constipation). It helps to control sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby reduces abdominal cramps.
NT Spas 10mg Injection is given by your doctor or nurse. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are dry mouth, blurred vision, nausea, weakness and nervousness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. This medicine may also cause diarrhea, so its better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. NT Spas 10mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver and kidney disease or alcohol abuse. It should not be used in infants less than six months of age.
Dicyclomine relieves smooth muscle spasm of the gastrointestinal tract. This action is achieved via a dual mechanism: (1) a specific anticholinergic effect at the acetylcholine-receptor sites and (2) a direct effect upon smooth muscle
Dicyclomine is an antimuscarinic agent used to treat IBS. Dicyclomine is a muscarinic M1, M3, and M2 receptor antagonist as well as a non-competitive inhibitor of histamine and bradykinin used to treat spasms of the intestines seen in functional bowel disorder and irritable bowel syndrome.
Nausea
Dizziness
Blurred vision
Dryness in mouth
Nervousness
Drowsiness
Vomiting
Psychosis
Diarrhea
Photophobia
Dyspepsia
Abdominal pain
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Confusion
Hallucination
Dry skin
Reduced bronchial secretions
Hypersensitivity to dicyclomine or any anticholinergic drugs.
Closed-angle glaucoma.
Myasthenia gravis.
Hemorrhage with cardiovascular instability.
Paralytic ileus.
Breastfeeding.
Intestinal atony of elderly/debilitated patients.
Toxic megacolon.
NT Spas 10mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
NT Spas 10mg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
NT Spas 10mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Dicyclomine is used to treat the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Dicyclomine is in a class of medications called anticholinergics. It relieves muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal tract by blocking the activity of a certain natural substance in the body
Dicyclomine can have drug interactions, including with other anticholinergic medications. Examples include diphenhydramine, some antipsychotics, and some antidepressants. Other possible dicyclomine interactions include metoclopramide, glaucoma medications, and antacids
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of NT Spas 10mg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
NT Spas 10mg Injection is given as an injection into muscles by your doctor only.
It may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
It may make you sweat less. Avoid doing things that may cause you to overheat such as exercise.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking NT Spas 10mg Injection as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting pain in your stomach.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. Is NT Spas 10mg Injection safe?
NT Spas 10mg Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is NT Spas 10mg Injection gluten free?
NT Spas 10mg Injection active drug does not contain gluten. Read the label instruction of the brands your doctor prescribes you, for gluten content
Q. Does NT Spas 10mg Injection help nausea?
NT Spas 10mg Injection is not known to relieve nausea. Nausea is a common side effect of NT Spas 10mg Injection.
Q. Does NT Spas 10mg Injection help constipation or trigger constipation?
NT Spas 10mg Injection may cause constipation.
