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Brand: Bentyl, Byclomine, Dibent, Di-Spaz, Dycinene, Dyspas, Spasmoban
Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic medication primarily used to treat the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and intestines, reducing spasms and cramping. Dicyclomine belongs to the class of antispasmodics and is available both as a prescription drug and, in some countries, over-the-counter.
For the treatment of symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Outcome:
Increased anticholinergic effects (dry mouth, constipation, blurred vision)
Mechanism:
Additive anticholinergic effects
Outcome:
Increased dicyclomine levels
Mechanism:
Inhibition of dicyclomine metabolism
Outcome:
May decrease dicyclomine levels
Mechanism:
Increased dicyclomine metabolism
Most likely new formulation: Extended-release oral formulation (Year: 2025, 70% confidence)
Based on recent clinical trial data and post-marketing surveillance, there is a low ( <5%) likelihood of any new regulatory restrictions on dicyclomine in the next 2 years.
Anticholinergic, Antispasmodic
Tertiary Amine