Antispas-K 20mg/50mg Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Tunic Healthcare
Active Ingredient	Dicyclomine (20mg) + Diclofenac (50mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating	4.4
User Reviews	734

FAQ

Can the use of Antispas-K 20mg/50mg cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Antispas-K 20mg/50mg can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry. Try to avoid foods that are acidic (like lemons), spicy or salty.

Can the use of Antispas-K 20mg/50mg cause damage to kidneys?

Yes, long-term use of Antispas-K 20mg/50mg can cause damage to the kidneys. Use of Antispas-K 20mg/50mg is not recommended to patients with underlying kidney disease.

Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of Antispas-K 20mg/50mg?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Antispas-K 20mg/50mg can lead to increased chances of side effects. If the recommended doses do not relieve the pain or if you experience increased severity of the pain, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Can I stop taking Antispas-K 20mg/50mg when my pain is relieved?

Antispas-K 20mg/50mg is usually used for short term and can be discontinued if there is no pain. However, it should be continued if advised by doctor.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Antispas-K 20mg/50mg?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

What if you forget to take Antispas-K Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Antispas-K 20mg/50mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Antispas-K 20mg/50mg Tablet Reviews

Antispas-K 20mg/50mg is a combination medicine used in the treatment of abdominal pain. It works effectively to reduce abdominal pain, bloating, discomfort and cramps by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and gut. It also blocks certain chemical messengers that cause pain.

Antispas-K 20mg/50mg is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, dryness in the mouth, weakness, nervousness, blurred vision, and heartburn. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your dizziness.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

How Antispas-K 20mg/50mg Tablet Works

Antispas-K 20mg/50mg is a combination of two medicines: Dicyclomine and Diclofenac, which relieves abdominal pain and cramps. Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic which works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms) thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause abdominal pain and inflammation (swelling).

How to Use Antispas-K 20mg/50mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Antispas-K 20mg/50mg is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Antispas-K 20mg/50mg Tablet

In Treatment of Abdominal pain: Antispas-K 20mg/50mg effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut), thereby relaxing the muscles and improving movement of food. It also blocks chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain sensation. This helps to treat abdominal pain (or stomach pain) as well as cramps, bloating and discomfort. Take Antispas-K 20mg/50mg as prescribed to get maximum benefit. Eventually, it will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a more active and better quality of life.

Uses of Antispas-K 20mg/50mg Tablet

Treatment of Abdominal pain

Antispas-K 20mg/50mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Antispas-K 20mg/50mg.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Antispas-K 20mg/50mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Antispas-K 20mg/50mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Antispas-K 20mg/50mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Antispas-K 20mg/50mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Antispas-K 20mg/50mg may cause headaches, blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. This may affect your ability to drive.

Liver ^CAUTION

Antispas-K 20mg/50mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Antispas-K 20mg/50mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended in patients with liver disease if this medicine is to be taken for a long time.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Antispas-K 20mg/50mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Quick Tips

If you develop any new symptoms, or if your symptoms get worse, make an appointment to see your doctor for further advice.
You have been prescribed Antispas-K 20mg/50mg to get relief from abdominal pain, cramps, and bloating.
It is best to take it when the first sign of pain occurs.
Avoid taking any antacid at least 2 hours before or after taking Antispas-K 20mg/50mg.
If you develop any new symptoms, or if your symptoms get worse, make an appointment to see your doctor for further advice.
Avoid taking any antacid at least 2 hours before or after taking Antispas-K 20mg/50mg.
It is best to take it when the first sign of pain occurs.
You have been prescribed Antispas-K 20mg/50mg to get relief from abdominal pain, cramps, and bloating.