Coliwin R Capsule

Short Description

Coliwin R Capsule is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, relieving symptoms like abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, and diarrhea or constipation.

Dosage Form

Capsule

Introduction

Coliwin R Capsule is taken without 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, constipation, stomach pain, diarrhea, flatulence, dryness in the mouth, blurred vision, coordination impairment, confusion, headache, flu-like symptoms, weakness, and difficulty in urination. 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 sleepiness. Lifestyle modifications like having a fiber-rich diet, avoiding foods that trigger your symptoms, increasing fluid intake, and regular exercise can help you to get better results. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Coliwin R Capsule is to be taken on an empty stomach.

Side Effects

Nausea Constipation Stomach pain Diarrhea Flatulence Dryness in the mouth Blurred vision Coordination impairment Confusion Headache Flu-like symptoms Weakness Difficulty in urination

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Coliwin R Capsule.

Breastfeeding Warning

Coliwin R Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Coliwin R Capsule 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.

Coliwin R Capsule is a combination of four medicines: Chlordiazepoxide, Clidinium, Dicyclomine, and Rabeprazole, which treat irritable bowel syndrome by preventing sudden muscle spasms and promoting the easy passage of gas.

Coliwin R Capsule is prescribed to give relief from the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Inform your doctor if you have an enlarged prostate gland, glaucoma, or trouble passing urine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you are 65 or older, use Coliwin R Capsule with care. You could have more side effects. If you develop any new symptoms or if your symptoms get worse, make an appointment to see your doctor for further advice.