Religan: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Religan Benefits & Uses

Religan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Abdominal Pain
Stomach Pain (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)

Other Benefits

Religan 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (20 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (20 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (20 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dicyclomine (20 mg) Paracetamol (500 mg)/Tablet

Religan Related Warnings

Is the use of Religan safe for pregnant women?

Religan may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Religan again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Religan safe during breastfeeding?

Religan can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Religan on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Religan. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Religan on the Liver?

Religan may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Religan on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Religan on heart. So it is not known whether taking Religan will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Religan with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Religan Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Arrhythmia
Stomach Disease
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Religan

Is this Religan habit forming or addictive?

Religan is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Religan since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Religan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Religan for mental disorders.

No

Religan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Religan

Taking Religan with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Religan

Consumption of alcohol and Religan together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Religan

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Religan?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Religan 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 Religan at the same time every day so that one doesn't forget the dose. One can take Religan with or without food. Taking it with food may avoid stomach upset. One must follow the recommendations of a doctor while taking Religan. In some people, it might cause some side effects like dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, etc.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Religan used for period pain?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Religan when used in combination with mefanamic acid can be used for the effective management of period pain or dysmenorrhea. Dysmenorrhea results from the excessive release of prostaglandins which decrease uterine blood flow, increase uterine contractions and also cause peripheral nerve hypersensitivity leading to the development of pain. Period pain can severely affect a person's quality of life. It can be prevented and managed by taking calcium and magnesium supplements as they help in muscle relaxation, cutting down on coffee, using a heating pad, taking light meals, taking herbal tea, eating a low fat diet, massaging with essential oils, practicing acupuncture and doing some mild physical activity.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Religan an antibiotic?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Religan is not an antibiotic. It is an anticholinergic agent with an antispasmodic activity which is used for the management of irritable bowel syndrome.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Religan cause constipation?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Religan 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Religan cause dry mouth?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Religan causes dry mouth as it is one of the side effects. It can be prevented or managed by drinking lot of water, eating sugar-free candies and gums, avoiding caffeine as it is dehydrating, breathing through the nose, using a humidifier, quitting smoking, using alcohol-free mouth wash, etc.