How do you give a dicyclomine injection?

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Dicyclomine hydrochloride intramuscular injection must be administered via intramuscular route only. Do not administer by any other route. The recommended intramuscular dose is 10 mg to 20 mg four times a day [see Clinical Pharmacology (12)].

Can inj Dicyclomine given IV?

Dicyclomine injection is for intramuscular administration only; do not give via intravenous administration. The anticholinergic effects of dicyclomine may be significant and are additive with other anticholinergic medications.

What happens if dicyclomine is given IV?

BENTYL solution is for intramuscular administration only. Do not administer by any other route. Inadvertent intravenous administration may result in thrombosis, thrombophlebitis, and injection site reactions such as pain, edema, skin color change, and reflux sympathetic dystrophy syndrome [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)].

Does Dicyclomine work immediately?

Dicyclomine is used to treat spasms of the muscles in the stomach and intestines. It’s usually used for stomach and intestinal cramping in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Dicyclomine starts working within 1 to 2 hours, but it needs to be taken four times a day.

What is dicyclomine injection used for?

DICYCLOMINE (dye SYE kloe meen) is used to treat bowel problems including irritable bowel syndrome. It is believed to be effective in reducing spasm of the bowel.

Is Dicyclomine safe?

Dicyclomine oral tablet is used for both short-term and long-term treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. It comes with serious risks if you don’t take it as prescribed. If you stop taking the drug suddenly or don’t take it at all: The spasms in your intestines may not get better or may get worse.