Dicyclomine & Activated Dimethicone both in combination is used in the treatment of abdominal pain.
Dicyclomine & Activated Dimethicone is a combination of two medicines: where Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic and anticholinergic or antimuscarinic agent that are indicated for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. On the other one , Simethicone is a defoaming agent which helps to relieve gas-related symptoms.
Dicyclomine is also known as Dicycloverine. It is a medication that is used to treat spasms of the intestines ,like irritable bowel syndrome. We can take this orally or by injection into a muscle. it has been used in baby colic and enterocolitis. Dicyclomine is used in the treatment of abdominal painIt helps to reduce the symptoms of stomach and intestinal cramping. This drug works by slowing the natural movements of the gut and by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and intestines.We cant use this medication for children younger than 6 months old because of the risk of serious side effects.
Dimethicone is a silicone oil that is also known as polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS). It has viscoelastic properties. Dimethicone is used as a surfactant, antifoaming agent, carminative in various products such as medical devices, food products, and lubricants. It is used in a number of health and beauty products including hair care products such as shampoo, conditioner, leave-in conditioner, and de-tangling products. On skin, it is also observed to have moisturizing actions
Each ml contains:
Dicyclomine Hydrochloride IP 10 mg
Activated Dimethicone IP 40 mg
Suspension
Antispasmodic & Antiflatulent
Dicyclomine is used to treat the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, specifically hypermotility, in adults. Dimethicone is a colorless liquid with both cosmetic and therapeutic uses. Dimethicone is used as an anti-foaming agent, in the treatment of head lice and, as an anti-bloating/anti-flatulence agent. It is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem.
This is a combination of two medicines: Dicyclomine and Activated Dimethicone. Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic which works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut intestine. It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), give relieve from abdominal cramps and pain. Dicyclomine is a carboxylic acid derivative and is a selective anticholinergic with antispasmodic activity. It blocks acetylcholine from binding to muscarinic receptors on smooth muscle. Dimethicone disintegrates the gas bubbles and it allows easy passage of gas. Activated Dimethicone is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas. This ingredient is one of the most widely used ingredients in cosmetics, dimethicone works as an anti-foaming agent, skin protectant and skin & hair conditioner- it prevents water loss by forming a hydrating barrier on the skin. This ingredient has a unique fluidity that makes it easily spreadable.
The product is possible safe for most kids. There is no disadvantage associated with the product if taken under the recommended usage however Nausea, Sleepiness, Dizziness, Blurred vision, Dry mouth, Nervousness, Weakness, Dry mouth, Weakness, Psychosis and breathing problems in babies, and Coating on tongue.
This drug is contraindicated for people who have an obstructive GI or urinary condition, severe ulcerative colitis, reflux, any unstable cardiac condition, glaucoma and anyone who is acutely bleeding.It should not be given to children or infants with colic due to the risks of convulsions, difficult breathing, irritability, and restlessness.