Uses of Diclofenac+Dicyclomine

The combination of Diclofenac+Dicyclomine is used to manage renal, ureteric, biliary and abdominal Colic (severe pain due to presence of a stone), post operative pain, uterine irritation during pregnancy and primary dysmenorrhoea (cramping pain that occurs before or during the menstruation). It is also used to relieve pain, swelling and muscle spasms in the stomach or intestine (such as irritable bowel syndrome etc.).

Therapeutic Category

Diclofenac+Dicyclomine: Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and Antispasmodics

How Diclofenac+Dicyclomine works

Diclofenac is a Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that works by inhibiting the release cyclooxygenase, a chemical messenger that produces fever, discomfort and inflammation in the body (redness and swelling). Dicyclomine is an Anticholinergic that decreases and relaxes the abnormal muscle contractions in the stomach and intestine by acting on certain receptors called acetylcholine receptors and directly on smooth muscles.

Common side effects of Diclofenac+Dicyclomine

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Spinning sensation
• Gastrointestinal problems (loose stools, stomach ache, indigestion, heartburn)
• Loss of appetite
• Wind
• Abnormal liver function tests
• Dizziness
• Nervousness
• Weakness
• Dry mouth
• Blurred vision
• Headache
• Vertigo
• Diarrhea
• Skin rash
• Pain, swelling or reactions at the injection site

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor, if you experience:

• Severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, tongue and other parts of the body, difficulty in breathing or wheezing, blisters on the skin, sore throat, fever, headache etc.)
• Passing blood in stools, black tarry stools
• Yellowish discoloration of the skin or white part of the eye, lover disorders, inflamed liver
• Vomiting blood
• Ringing in ears, hearing problems
• Anaemia (paleness), reduced white blood cells (fever, chills, sore throat)
• Severe blistering rash causing peeling of surface layer of the skin (Lyell’s syndrome)
• Irregular heartbeat, chest pain, heart attack
• Blood in urine, increased amount of protein in urine, kidney failure
• Pancreatitis (severe pain in abdomen and back)
• Signs of aseptic meningitis (stiffness of neck, headache, nausea, vomiting)
• Signs of myocardial infarction or heart attack (sudden and oppressive chest pain)
• Signs of cardiac failure (breathlessness, difficulty of breathing when lying down, swelling of the feet or legs)

Health Tips for Diclofenac+Dicyclomine

• Take Diclofenac+Dicyclomine as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Do not exceed the recommended dosage. Do not skip doses or stop taking them without consulting your doctor
• Drink plenty of water while taking Diclofenac+Dicyclomine to help prevent dehydration
• Avoid alcohol while taking Diclofenac+Dicyclomine as it can reduce their effectiveness and may cause adverse reactions
• Eating a balanced diet, getting enough rest, and managing stress can support your body's ability
• Do not drive or use any machines if you experience mental alertness, and motor coordination after taking Diclofenac+Dicyclomine
• Diclofenac+Dicyclomine is not recommended for use in pregnant or planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding women