It is a combination medication used to relieve pain and discomfort associated with gastrointestinal spasms, dysmenorrhea (menstrual pain), and other conditions involving muscle spasms and pain. It contains Dicyclomine, an antispasmodic, and Paracetamol (Acetaminophen), a pain reliever and antipyretic.
Consuming alcohol with medicine is deemed unsafe, potentially leading to adverse reactions. Avoid alcohol intake.
Medicine is generally safe during pregnancy, with minimal adverse effects observed in animal studies.
While likely unsafe during breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using medicine to assess potential risks to the baby.
Use medicine cautiously in kidney disease. Consult your doctor for potential dose adjustments and personalized advice.
Exercise caution with medicine in liver disease. Avoid in severe or active liver disease; consult your doctor for guidance.
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Dicyclomine functions by relaxing stomach and intestinal muscles, diminishing spasms and discomfort. Paracetamol/Acetaminophen operates as a pain reliever by reducing substances in the body that trigger pain and fever. Together, they collaborate to ease abdominal pain associated with muscle spasms and provide relief.
Gastrointestinal spasms are involuntary contractions of the muscles in the stomach and intestines, causing pain and discomfort. Dysmenorrhea refers to painful menstrual cramps caused by uterine contractions.
Actspas P is usually safe to use in the dose as recommended by the doctor. However, an overdose of Actspas P can cause damage to the liver. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may further increase the risk of liver damage. Use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
Actspas P is usually used for short-term and can be discontinued if there is no pain. However, it should be continued if you are advised by your doctor to do so.
Actspas P is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause some unwanted common side effects like nausea, dryness of mouth, blurred vision, sleepiness, weakness and nervousness. If you experience any persistent problem while taking this medication, inform your doctor as soon as possible.
Actspas P is a combination of two medicines: Dicyclomine and Paracetamol. This medication helps in relieving stomach pain. It works by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and intestine by decreasing the levels of chemical substances in the body that cause pain.
Yes, the use of Actspas P can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips of water during the day and keep some 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 and salty.
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack 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.
No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Actspas P can lead to increased chances of side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of pain or if the pain is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Yes, the use of Actspas P can cause diarrhea. In case of diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small frequent sips. Also, avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists and you notice signs of dehydration, like less urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine. Do not take any other medicine without speaking to your doctor.
The use of Actspas P is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. It should be used carefully in patients with alcohol dependency or with underlying kidney or liver damage.
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