What is dicyclomine?
Dicyclomine (generic Bentyl) is a prescription drug used to treat the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. It is often used to treat muscle cramps associated with the condition.
Tired of dealing with uncomfortable side effects of irritable bowel syndrome? Talk to your doctor about whether dicyclomine may be right for your needs.
What are the most common side effects of dicyclomine?
While adverse reactions to dicyclomine are uncommon, some patients who take the drug may experience mild side effects, including dizziness, dry mouth, blurry vision, nausea, drowsiness, physical tiredness, and nervousness.
Rare, more serious adverse reactions have also been known to occur. Contact your doctor or provider if you are concerned that dicyclomine may be causing you to experience any number of these side effects.
This is not a complete list of side effects. If you are concerned about additional side effects, please contact your provider directly.
Dicyclomine is a prescription drug used to treat the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. It belongs to a class of medications known as anticholinergics/antispasmodics, which work by blocking natural substances in the body to relieve muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal tract.
Dicyclomine is used to reduce the symptoms of stomach and intestinal cramping associated with irritable bowel syndrome. In some cases, your doctor may prescribe dicyclomine to treat additional conditions.
Dicyclomine works by relaxing the smooth muscles of your stomach and intestines and slowing the natural movements of your gut. This helps to relieve the spasms in this part of your digestive system, lessening the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.
While adverse reactions to dicyclomine are uncommon, some patients who take the drug may experience mild side effects, including dizziness, dry mouth, blurry vision, nausea, drowsiness, physical tiredness, and nervousness. Tell your doctor if any of these are severe or do not go away.
Rare, more serious adverse reactions have also been known to occur. Get immediate medical attention if you have any confusion, forgetfulness, hallucinations, excessive tiredness, inappropriate mood swings, or symptoms of an allergic reaction (such as rash; hives; swelling of the face, mouth, or tongue; or difficulty breathing or swallowing).
Talk to your doctor about your medical history and inform them of all known allergies, plus all medications and supplements that you take. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
This is not a complete list of side effects or precautions. For more information please visit the National Institutes of Health’s DailyMed webpage for dicyclomine.
Not too long! Dicyclomine is quickly and easily absorbed by the body. Its peak efficacy occurs about an hour to an hour and a half after taking it.
Dicyclomine is currently only available via prescription. This means the use of this drug must be authorized by a licensed health care provider.
Providers on Sesame can write a prescription – or refill an existing one – during a virtual or in-person visit. Depending on the medication, you can arrange for same-day pickup at a pharmacy near you. Book an online consultation with a real, licensed provider on Sesame today to determine whether or not dicyclomine is right for you.
Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your health care provider. Providers on Sesame cannot prescribe controlled substances.
Yes! Talk to a provider on Sesame and get your online doctor prescription or refill ordered right away for fast and convenient pickup from a pharmacy of your choice.
Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your clinician.
