Dicospas Oral Drops is a medication used to treat stomach pain, bloating, and abdominal cramps, as well as pain associated with excessive acidity, gas, infections, and gastrointestinal tract diseases.

Introduction:
Dicospas Oral Drops is commonly given to treat stomach pain, bloating, and abdominal cramps, and pain associated with excessive acidity, gas, infections, and gastrointestinal tract diseases. It also controls symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. It relaxes the muscles of the gut and absorbs the extra gas.

Dosage Form:
Oral Drops

How to Use:
Consult your doctor for proper usage and dosage.

How it Works:
Dicospas Oral Drops is a mixture of two active medicines Dicyclomine, an antispasmodic agent, and Simethicone, an antifoaming medicine. Dicyclomine works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving abdominal cramps and pain. Whereas, Simethicone disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.

Quick Tips:

• Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting pain in your stomach.
• Give your child a diet that is rich in fiber and low in fermentable sugars.
• Avoid giving gas-producing foods to your child such as beans, onions, carrots, raisins, and bananas.
• Encourage your child to exercise daily as it has potential benefits in constipation and in improving overall wellbeing.
• In children less than 2 months of age, do not give Dicospas Oral Drops without ruling out the reasons that might be making your child cry. Give Dicospas Oral Drops only if your child shows actual signs of abdominal discomfort or pain after consulting your child’s doctor.

FAQs:

• What are the symptoms that may indicate abdominal migraine in children?
  Abdominal migraine is characterized by recurrent episodes of dull and moderate to severe intensity abdominal pain for at least six months. Other features include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, headache, photophobia, and pallor. These symptoms should be ruled out before administering Dicospas Oral Drops.


• What tests may be recommended for a child experiencing abdominal pain?
  The doctor may advise an abdominal ultrasound as part of a routine examination. In more serious cases, endoscopy and esophageal pH monitoring may also be necessary.


• In which conditions should Dicospas Oral Drops not be administered to children?
  Avoid giving Dicospas Oral Drops in cases of obstructive or inflammatory digestive tract diseases, such as heartburn, unstable cardiovascular conditions, obstructive uropathy, glaucoma, muscle weakness disorders, liver impairment, hyperthyroidism, neuropathy, and kidney impairment.


• Can other medications be taken concurrently with Dicospas Oral Drops?
  Dicospas Oral Drops may interact with other medicines or substances. Inform your doctor about any other medications your child is taking before starting Dicospas Oral Drops. Consult the child's doctor before administering any additional medicine.


• How should Dicospas Oral Drops be stored safely?
  Store Dicospas Oral Drops at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medications out of reach and sight of children to prevent accidental intake.