Bentyl
Dicyclomine capsules for irritable bowel syndrome. It calms the muscle contractions in the gut that cause cramping and discomfort.
- Category
- Digestive Health
- Active ingredient
- Dicyclomine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule; Tablet
- Strengths
- 10mg · 20mg
This listing uses Bentyl as a reference name. A generic equivalent is supplied; its exact brand and manufacturer are confirmed before supply.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Bentyl vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Bentyl details
- Condition
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Alternative names
- dicyclomine
- Therapeutic class
- Antispasmodic; Anticholinergic
- Pharmacological class
- Muscarinic Antagonist
- Contraindications
- obstructive uropathy; glaucoma; severe ulcerative colitis; myasthenia gravis
- Minor side effects
- dry mouth; dizziness; blurred vision
- Moderate side effects
- nausea; somnolence; constipation
- Dosage forms
- Capsule; Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Axcan Scandipharm
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 4–6 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Alcohol; Antacids; Anticholinergic agents
- Age restrictions
- Approved for infants over six months and adults.
Serious side effects
psychotic behaviour, requires immediate medical attention; anaphylactic shock, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Dicyclomine capsules for irritable bowel syndrome. It calms the muscle contractions in the gut that cause cramping and discomfort.
Mechanism of action
Blocks acetylcholine activity at muscarinic receptor sites in gastrointestinal smooth muscle, eliminating painful muscle spasms.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Suitability during pregnancy depends on the specific medicine and individual circumstances. Confirm with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
What you will receive
Bentyl is used here as a reference originator brand name to identify the medicine. We are not affiliated with the brand owner, and this listing does not offer the originator product.
- The supplied product is a generic equivalent containing Dicyclomine, not the originator brand shown as the reference.
- The exact generic brand, manufacturer and dispatch location are confirmed based on the product, destination and available manufacturer or partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.