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Diclogesic Spas Tablet

Manufactured byTORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsDicyclomine (20 mg) + Diclofenac (50 mg) + Paracetamol (500 mg)
Description
Diclogesic Spas Tablet is a combination of Dicyclomine, Diclofenac, and Paracetamol. It is used to relieve stomach pain and menstrual cramps. This medicine works by relaxing the muscles and blocking the chemical that is responsible for pain. Diclogesic Spas Tablet can cause side effects like constipation, nausea, dry mouth, drowsiness, weakness, etc. Most of these are temporary and resolve on their own. Consult with your doctor if these side effects are bothering you. This medicine can cause blurred vision or dizziness so avoid activities that require mental focus like driving. Diclogesic Spas Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it with food and plenty of water to avoid stomach discomfort. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting with your doctor. Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it or if you have a history of stomach ulcers. Inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing liver, kidney, heart, or other problems. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines as they can interact with each other and cause side effects. Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended for use in children. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Diclogesic Spas Tablet

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Skin rash
  • Weakness
  • Increase in heart beat
  • Bloody and cloudy urine
  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision

Uses of Diclogesic Spas Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Pain associated with muscle spasm
  • Menstrual cramps
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    You may start to feel better within 30 minutes after taking Diclogesic Spas Tablet.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Diclogesic Spas Tablet lasts for an average duration of 8 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Diclogesic Spas Tablet due to the increased risk of stomach bleeding and liver damage. Avoid performing activities such as driving or operating machines as it cause dizziness and drowsiness.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Diclogesic Spas Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended to be used during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended while breastfeeding as this medicine is present in breastmilk, which may harm your baby. Consult with your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Diclogesic Spas Tablet if you are previously allergic to it. You can develop symptoms like hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting, redness), itching or swelling (especially in the lips, tongue, throat), breathing difficulty, etc. in such cases.

Kidney failure

Kidney failure is the last stage of severe kidney disease. Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended in such conditions as it can worsen your condition.

Severe liver impairment

Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended if you have severe liver problems as it can worsen your condition, resulting in toxicity.

Obstructive conditions

Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended if you have conditions like obstructive uropathy (a condition in which the flow of urine is blocked) and obstructive gastrointestinal diseases (food is prevented from passing normally through your bowel). This medicine may worsen your condition.

Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)

Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery is a surgical procedure that increases blood flow to the heart. Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended in such condition as this medicine affects the functioning of your heart.

Gastrointestinal bleeding

Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended if you have gastrointestinal (stomach and intestine) bleeding as it can lead to excessive bleeding. This medicine can also cause ulcers in your stomach which may contribute to the bleeding. Inform your doctor if you have ulcers or a history of ulcers.

Unstable cardiovascular status in acute hemorrhage

Acute hemorrhage is a loss of blood from damaged blood vessels. Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended if you have such unstable heart and blood vessel problems.

Myasthenia gravis

Myasthenia gravis is a condition that causes weakness in the skeletal muscles responsible for movement. Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended if you have myasthenia gravis as it can worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended to be used during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended while breastfeeding as this medicine is present in breastmilk, which may harm your baby. Consult with your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

Chronic malnutrition

Diclogesic Spas Tablet should be used with extreme caution if you are malnourished as it increases the risk of side effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required.

Increase in the blood pressure

Diclogesic Spas Tablet should be used with caution if you have high blood pressure as it may increase your blood pressure. Your doctor may suggest dose adjustment and/or frequently monitor your blood pressure while you are taking this medicine.

Infectious diarrhoea

Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended for use if you have diarrhoea caused due to bacteria (Clostridium difficile). Your doctor will consider an alternative treatment option based on your clinical condition.

Tardive dyskinesia

Diclogesic Spas Tablet should be avoided if you have Tardive dyskinesia (involuntary movement of the tongue, lips, face etc) as it can trigger the symptoms and worsen your condition. Inform your doctor if you are taking any antipsychotic medications before starting the treatment.

Driving or operating machines

Use of Diclogesic Spas Tablet may cause blurred vision, drowsiness or dizziness. Hence, it is advised that you avoid perform any activities such as driving or operating machines.

Use in Children

Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended to be used in children as not enough studies are done to understand its safety and efficacy in children.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Diclogesic Spas Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Reach the nearest emergency medical department or contact your doctor if you have accidentally or intentionally consumed more than the prescribed dose of Diclogesic Spas Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Diclogesic Spas Tablet due to the increased risk of stomach bleeding and liver damage. Avoid performing activities such as driving or operating machines as it cause dizziness and drowsiness.
Interaction with Medicine

Sodium Nitrite

Leflunomide

Ramipril

Phenytoin

Carbamazepine

Methotrexate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Disease interactions

Alcoholism

Diclogesic Spas Tablet should be used with extreme caution in patients with chronic alcohol use due to the increased risk of serious liver injuries. Frequent monitoring of liver functions and/or dose adjustments are often required in such cases.

Liver disease

Diclogesic Spas Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems as it is metabolized in the liver, which can worsen your condition. Your doctor may frequently monitor the liver functions and/or recommend dose adjustments based on your condition.

Heart Disease

Diclogesic Spas Tablet should be used with caution if you have heart problems due to an increase in the risk of irregular heartbeats or high blood pressure.

Fluid Retention and edema

Oedema is swelling due to fluid accumulation in your body's tissue. Diclogesic Spas Tablet may cause fluid retention and oedema (swelling) in your body. Use this medicine with caution of you have heart problems.

Asthma

NSAID (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)-sensitive asthma is the constriction and swelling of your airways due to the use of certain types of painkillers (NSAIDs). Diclogesic Spas Tablet is not recommended if you have a known history of NSAID-sensitive asthma.

Bleeding disorders

Diclogesic Spas Tablet should be used with caution if you have any bleeding disorders due to the increased risk of excessive bleeding. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary.

Kidney Disease

Diclogesic Spas Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as it may worsen your condition. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney functions or suggest dose adjustments based on your condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions

5-HIAA Urine Test

You may get a false-positive result for this test while taking Diclogesic Spas Tablet. It is advised that you inform your doctor and lab technician about all your current medicines including herbs and supplements before undergoing any lab tests.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Diclogesic Spas Tablet exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not chew or crush the tablet in the mouth. Drink plenty of water with it to avoid stomach irritation. Avoid taking this medicine for more than the prescribed duration. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Diclogesic Spas Tablet as it may cause stomach bleeding and liver problems. Consult your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or worsens.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Diclogesic Spas Tablet is composed of Dicyclomine, Diclofenac and Paracetamol. Dicyclomine works by relaxing the smooth muscles that relieve the symptoms like stomach and intestinal cramping. Diclofenac works by reducing the formation of a certain substance in the body that causes pain and swelling. Paracetamol increases the pain threshold and decreases swelling.
Legal Status

Unknown

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Classification

Category

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, Miscellaneous analgesics, Anticholinergics/antispasmodics

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 2 Sep 2021

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