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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Be used in people who have a history of this condition.Glaucoma. Glaucoma is a condition that may lead to trouble seeing or blindness because of damage to the optic nerve in your eye. Dicyclomine can make this condition worse or can block the effects of medicines used to treat glaucoma. It should not be used if you have glaucoma.Blockage of the Urinary Tract. Dicyclomine should not be used if you have a blockage in your urinary tract, also called obstructive uropathy. Dicyclomine can make this condition worse. Blockage of the Gut. Dicyclomine should not be used if you have a blockage of your gut. Dicyclomine can make this worse.Severe Ulcerative Colitis. Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease that can cause pain and sores in the lining of your large intestine. Dicyclomine should not be used if you have severe ulcerative colitis. It may slow down the movement in your gut and lead to problems such as severe swelling or a hole in the intestines. Inflammation of the Esophagus Due To Acid Reflux. Acid reflux can lead to inflammation of the esophagus, sometimes called reflux esophagitis. Dicyclomine should not be used if you have reflux esophagitis.What should I know about dicyclomine before using it?Do not take dicyclomine unless it has been prescribed to you by a healthcare provider. Take it as prescribed.Do not share dicyclomine with other people, even if they have the same condition as you. It may harm them.Keep dicyclomine out of the reach of children.Dicyclomine can affect your alertness or coordination. It can also cause blurred vision, dizziness, or drowsiness. Do not drive or do other activities that require alertness or coordination until you know how dicyclomine affects you.People who are age 65 and older can be at greater risk for some side effects from dicyclomine. Talk to your healthcare provider about your risks if you are in this age group.What should I tell my healthcare provider before using dicyclomine?Tell your healthcare provider about all of your health conditions and any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using. This will help them determine if dicyclomine is right for you.In particular, make sure that you discuss any of the following.Current and Past Health Conditions. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any of the following health conditions.Kidney problemsLiver problemsHigh blood pressureAn enlarged prostate, also called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)Ulcerative colitisHeart Conditions or a Fast Heartbeat. Tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of a fast or irregular heartbeat. Also tell your doctor if you have heart failure, heart disease, or too much thyroid hormone. Dicyclomine may cause a fast or irregular heartbeat or palpitations, which may worsen some symptoms of these conditions.Nerve Damage. Tell your healthcare provider if you have a condition caused by a certain type of nerve damage called autonomic neuropathy. Dicyclomine can affect certain nerves in your body, and it should be used cautiously if you have autonomic neuropathy.Partial Blockage of the Gut. Tell your healthcare
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