Spasmovon

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Spasmovon 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. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Spasmovon 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. Spasmovon 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.

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Spasmovon 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. 

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Spasmovon 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.