Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

No, Spasmogil doesn't cause hair loss. Hair loss could be due to an underlying disease or even hormonal imbalance. It is therefore, important to investigate and rectify these conditions. Some of the tips that can be used for preventing or managing hair loss are taking nutritious diet, using oils for hair massage, getting less stressful in life, taking hair strengthening supplements, using less chemicals on hair, keeping the scalp clean, etc.

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

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

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS , General Physician

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

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Spasmogil 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.

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Spasmogil 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.