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Side effects during first trimester of pregnancy? ## Hi Dee, From what I could gather, it is recommended that you keep away from using Hyospasmol (Hyoscyamine) syrup during pregnancy. Reason being is that possible dangers to the fetus have been accounted (at least in animal studies so far as I know). Because of this I would encourage you to discuss this with your physician prior to use, or if you are preparing to get pregnant. Often times in situations where the mother is pregnant and has to take a medication, it may come down to weighing out the risks versus benefits. I hope this info helps! ## I am 14 weeks and 6 days pregnant. Today got sharp pain in my stomach just below my navel. Pain comes and goes. Had consultation with my doctor via telephone as she's in another town. Had u/...

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Is there another, less expensive medicine that does the same job as donnatal ## Yes there is a alternate to Donnatal it is a generic brand called Belladonna-Phenobarbital elixer it is a lime green color its thin and it tastes horrible! I also had.severe cotton mouth. U can always add a little karo syrup to it to make it tastes better. ## Thanks so much for your response. ## I use belladonna as an alternative to Donnatal. Mine are capsules and don't taste anything. I know that dry mouth can be a side effect, but it is not bad enough to be unpleasant for me. ## Is there an alternative to donnatal other than belladonna w/phenobarbital. The belladonna is no longer available. Thanks ## I was on Donnatal for 40 years for IBS but it has been discontiued. My Dr. put me on Bentyl and it is w...

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Is this medicine used by drug users? Is it a pain med? ## The capsule with this marking is listed containing 10mgs of Dicyclomine, it is most commonly used to treat GI issues, such as IBS. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, stomach pain, flatulence, and diarrhea. No, it is not something used to treat general pain, and is not normally abused. Is there anything else I can help with?

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have been given this med. today and have not taken it yet .., Have been on anit biotics lately.Worry about meds. that could be hard to stop.Is Bentyl one.? I have 10 mg. to take every 6 hrs. Had diverticulitis this year and may have it again or irratation from antibioticis. Lower left side is burning and other problems. ## Hello, Sue! How are you? No, this medication contains Dicycloverine, which is a gastro-intestinal antispasmodic. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, dry eyes and bloating. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I am taking Pregator capsule for diabetic nerve pain. Let me know if it is addictive?

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I recently was diagnosed with ibs. Bentyl helped tremendously but after a few pills thought i had reaction. Dr said try librax & if it doesnt work go back to bentyl. Took total of 3-4 librax. Havent taken librax since 10:00 Thurs night. Is it safe to take bentyl because librax isnt working & I dont want to be on it for ibs ## Yes, you should be able to make a clean switch, if your doctor has told you to do so. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, stomach pain, abdominal pain, flatulence, and diarrhea. What reaction did you you think you were having to the Bentyl? How are you doing, now? Has there been any change?

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small round white pill with CL imprinted on one side and 12 imprinted on the other ## Small, white, round, a Cl on one side & 12 on the other ## This tablet is manufactured by County Line Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 0.125mgs of Hyoscyamine, which is mainly used as an antispasmodic to treat gastrointestinal disorders. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, flatulence, and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have a question for the FDA and CDC. Drugs like Donnatal which had been on the market before WWII are now considered too dangerous. Many people have taken this drug as prescribed. In fact, I am 65 and took it at age 15 for ulcers with very little side effects. I look at the drugs currently being prescribed and see death, stroke, heart attack, liver failure, pancreatic problems, kidney failure, just to name a few and I have to question whether these drugs are not more deadly than drugs such as Donnatal? I know that any chemical in the human body has some side effects, but how can the side effects of approved drugs be any better than what has been used for years, not to mention the fact that unless a drug is priced to the max -- it doesn't seem to be considered safe. Drugs such as N...

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Why would this drug be used in a weight loss program? ## I honestly can't say, I read over some more information on it just to be certain that I was remembering correctly, but I didn't find anything that made sense for it to be used to aid in weight loss. Learn more Dicyclomine details here. Do you know someone that's using it for that? ## Dicyclomine has been shown to be associated with an increased incidence of anorexia nervosa-like symptoms as a side effect due to the slowing of the peristolsis (locomotion / contractions) of the GI tract. ## It causes the stomach to empty slower which increases the time you feel full. ## Is anyone having severe cramping after you take it? Feels like contrations for real. ## I have been prescribed Dicyclomine for spasms this week and I hav...

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Can Dicyclomine cause constipation as a side effect? ## It would make sense because it is an anti-spasmodic, it would therefore slow normal bowel function. Drink lots of water & eat fresh fruit!! ## Yes, Dicyclomine has been known to cause constipation as a side effect, along with nausea, dry mouth, and vomiting, according to FDA reports.

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Need to know if cyclopam can be given to kids of age 8 suffering from stomach infection. ## Yesm my dictor gave it y o my little b a by. Half tab ## There are several formulations of this medication, but none of them contain anything that will treat an infection. That usually requires an antibiotic, if it is a bacterial infection, according to NIH studies. And when it comes to children, it is always best to err on the side of caution and consult their doctor. The main ingredient in all formulations is Dicyclomine, which helps treat gastrointestinal spasming, it will also not doing anything to help with any type of infection, be it bacterial, or viral, according to FDA studies. Are there any other questions?

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Do antispasmodic drugs affect your libido? I was just diagnosed with a spastic colon. Are any of these drugs better than the other? ## What specific medication are you asking about? There are many on the market. And yes, according to FDA reports, some of them can affect your libido, as well as causing dizziness, dry mouth, and headache.

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For hot flashes or Alternative Treatments? Nonhormonal? ## The FDA is a government agency and they want us to die, that's a no-brainer, to keep our SSI and thin out the population. I've never been so offended by doctors not wanting to write an RX and I'm suffering in pain. The amount is high so you can take bulls*** that doesn't work. None of them do. Matter of fact, if it's not a controlled substance I don't want it. It just doesn't work. They know wtf they are doing and belladonna was way better than donnatal. Freaking con artists. ## I've been prescribed Prozac to help with my perimenopause symptoms, including hot flashes. It doesn't eliminate all of them, but it really does help. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea,...

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I've been taking Donnatal and/or Belladona for over 10 years to treat IBS. When it was time for a refill, I was told both the brand name and the generic forms have been taken off the market. I am lost with these meds, that virtually eliminated the discomforts of IBS. ## I'm very sorry that you've run into this problem, it has to be awful to have that happen, when it's the only thing that works. Learn more Donnatal details here. What's been happening recently is due to the FDA crackdowns. There were some medications that remained available on the market, even though they'd never been tested and proven to be effective or safe and they've started to make the companies either do the necessary testing, or remove them from the market. The sad part is, that in spite...

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I am taking Duspatalin Retard 200 for over a month. The medical doctor said I can take it for life. Are there any long term side effects in taking this medecine? ## duspatalin retard 200 - what do you use for ? ## The active ingredient of Duspatalin? is Mebeverine HCI, and it is used to treat abdominal pain & cramps, bowel disturbances & intestinal discomfort related to irritable bowel syndrome. Side effects are not commonly reported, although in rare cases skin reactions and dizziness have been reported. Do you have any other questions or information to add? Please post back if you do... Sources: [1] ## Does it help after taking for a month Tks ## i take it for a few years now, when i need it, i think it gr8!!!! for me its a wonder drug!!!! ## ok ## I took it for a few weeks a...

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blue, round, tablet, watson,795 ## The pill in description is Dicyclomine HCl (20 mg). Dicyclomine are used to treat intestinal hypermotility, the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, muscle spasms and cramping in the gastrointestinal tract Side effects include: Dry mouth, nausea and at higher doses, deliriant effects. For more information about this drug, please refer to the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you. ## Is it safe to split a 20MG Dicyclomine tablet in half? ## How long does it take for the unusual thoughts and aniexty as well as mental instability to subside once you stop taking the medication. ## I have been taking dicyclomine 20mg 4 times a day for just a few days. What are the side effects when you st...

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I suffer excruciating pain from ibs. I had these pains for over 20 yrs. Now I was taking donnatal phenorbital Belladonna's which now I was told not longer covered its 1,000 for 90 pills for 30 pills 230.00 how is someone on Medicare Medicaid suppose to afford this?? And why they stop making it I have no clue. Now I got no more med. I call my GI and he had only 4 pills as a sample. These people are crazy do they think we are a bank? And the ins. Don't want pay cover for them. I don't understand does anyone know if something else works like donnatal cuz these spasms are not joke when you have ibs its horrifying the other day I had go Er. Yeah then you can give yourself a name drug addict cuz everytime you go the only thing they can do give you shot ativan send you home. Now I ...

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indication ## Drotin-DS contains the active ingredient Drotaverine, it is an antispasmodic that is used to help treat bowel disorders, such as IBS. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, vomiting and dry mouth. Read more: Moza contains the active ingredient Mosapride, it is a gastroprokinetic agent that accelerates gastric emptying and is often used to help treat acid reflux and IBS. Are there any comments or questions? ## my doctor prescribed mosapride for my stomach, i started two days ago and i am experiencing diareah with a lot of cramps is this normal? ## i am 26 yrs old house wife,i am pregnent of 13 weeks. I am taking sustain 100mg, smilo for,hymcal,glob up.but i am feeling left corner lower abdomen pain.Today doctor has prescribed me Dortin DS. Shall i take this? P...

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I am suffering from a duodenal ulcer and I have been taking Nexpro RD-40 with Librax for 2 months. It has not cured as well as before. How many days will it continue and what are the side effects? ## All medications carry the risk of causing side effects, regardless of why they are taken. Nexpro-RD contains the active ingredients Esomeprazole and Domperidone, it is used to reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach, which can allow it to heal, over time. Librax contains Chlordiazepoxide and Clidinium and is used to treat similar conditions. Both can cause side effects, so you may experience: nausea, dizziness, stomach pain and flatulence. As to how long you should use, it can take several months for some stomach conditions to heal and an ulcer is pretty bad and will usually take ...

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Mr doctor wrote prescription for Librax and did not specify brand name only. My local pharmacy dispensed Chlordiazepoxide-Clidinium at a copay of $4.86 for 40 pills.. However, my Mail Order provider sent me Librax at a cost of $162.39 for 100 pills. When I questioned the mail order company, they advised Chlordiazepoxide-Clidinium had not been approved for automatic substitution for Librax and they could not give me the generic. They did advise that if the prescription had been for Chlordiazepoxide-Clidinium they would have dispensed that drug. Are they giving me the facts or run around? Thanks. ## Unless they are in a different country and not following the laws of the U.S. then they are incorrect. Any medication that has a generic available can be substituted with that generic, at the ...

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I've been on Bentyl (Dicyclomine) for 2 months and have been experiencing bad headaches among other side effects. I've recently stopped and I want to know how long will it remain in my system? ## Hi Terry, Sorry to hear about the horrible headaches. I hope you've gotten around to feeling better since the timing of your post. According to the MedsChat half-life calculator, Dicyclomine reportedly has a half-life of 3.5 hours. This means that every 3.5 hours, half of the dose you took is being excreted (and so forth). In most cases I'm aware of, medications tend to remain detectable in one's system for up to 3-5 half lives / or 2-5 days. I don't know how what dose of Dicyclomine you took or how frequently it was taken, but hopefully these ballpark figures can give y...

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