Dicyclomine: how to take it safely
Bentyl
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Relieves stomach cramps and pain in irritable bowel syndrome.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Swallow with water.
When to take it
Take it 3 to 4 times a day, before meals.
Take it with
Before meals.
What to avoid
- Alcohol.
- Driving or using machines if you feel dizzy.
- Tell your doctor if you have glaucoma, an enlarged prostate or trouble passing urine.
Possible side effects
Dry mouth, dizziness, blurred vision, constipation.
Get help if
Fast heartbeat, eye pain, difficulty passing urine or severe stomach pain: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.