Dim 3: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Dim 3 Benefits & Uses

Dim 3 is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Diverticulitis
Abdominal Pain
Stomach Pain (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)

Dim 3 Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Dim 3 Related Warnings

Is the use of Dim 3 safe for pregnant women?

Dim 3 shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Dim 3 safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Dim 3. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Dim 3 on the Kidneys?

Dim 3 may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dim 3 on the Liver?

Dim 3 is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Dim 3 on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Dim 3 on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Dim 3 with Other Drugs

Dim 3 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Benzydamine

Metamizole

Oxyphenbutazone

Severe

Pentazocine

Potassium Chloride

Tacrolimus

Moderate

Paracetamol

Caffeine

Codeine

Pseudoephedrine

Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Atenolol

Ipratropium

Warfarin

Lithium

Hydrocortisone

Quinapril

Spironolactone

Dim 3 Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dim 3 unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Myasthenia Gravis
Hyperthyroidism
GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
Kidney Cancer
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Anemia
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Dim 3

Is this Dim 3 habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Dim 3.

Dim 3 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dim 3

You can take Dim 3 with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dim 3

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Dim 3 as it can have severe side effects.

Frequently asked Questions about Dim 3

Question about 5 years ago

Is Dim 3 a painkiller?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Dim 3 can be called a painkiller since it alleviates abdominal spams and provides relief from cramping in irritable bowel syndrome.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Dim 3 cause constipation?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Dim 3 causes constipation. Constipation can be prevented or managed by drinking more water, eating more fiber, exercising more, taking herbal laxatives, eating probiotic foods and supplements, eating magnesium and prunes and avoiding dairy.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Dim 3?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Dim 3 is available as a tablet, capsule, syrup and an injection. An oral dosage form is taken a few times a day. It is important to take Dim 3 at the same time every day so that one doesn't forget the dose. One can take Dim 3 with or without food. Taking it with food may avoid stomach upset. One must follow the recommendations of a doctor while taking Dim 3. In some people, it might cause some side effects like dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, etc.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Dim 3

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Dim 3 is a brand name for a compound known as dicyclomine. It belongs to the class of compounds known as anticholinergics (a compound that blocks the neurotransmitter acetylcholine in the central and peripheral nervous system) and antispasmodics. It is available as a tablet, capsule, syrup and an injection. Dim 3 is used for the treatment of functional bowel / irritable bowel syndrome. It also has some local anesthetic properties and is used in biliary, gastrointestinal and urinary tract spasms. It has a mild effect on glandular secretion and cardiovascular system.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Dim 3 cause headache?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Dim 3 can cause headache as it is one of the side effects. Headaches can be prevented or managed by drinking adequate amount of water, taking ample magnesium, limiting alcoholic drinks, taking adequate sleep, avoiding foods high in histamine, using essential oils, taking B-complex vitamin, using a cold compress, trying acupuncture, relaxing with yoga and meditation.