Bentyl Oral

Bentyl Oral Uses

This medication is used to treat a certain intestinal problem (irritable bowel syndrome) when other treatments have not worked (e.g., diet changes, anxiety treatment). Dicyclomine belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics/antispasmodics. It works by decreasing intestinal cramping.

This medication should not be used in children younger than 6 months.

How To Use Bentyl Oral

Take this medication by mouth, usually 4 times daily or exactly as directed by your doctor. To decrease side effects, your doctor will usually direct you to start taking a lower dose of this medication, then gradually increase it to a dose that relieves your symptoms. If you are also taking an antacid, do not take it with dicyclomine because the antacid may interfere with how your body absorbs this drug. Take dicyclomine at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after the antacid.

If you are using the liquid form of this medication, measure your dose with a special measuring spoon or device. Do not use a household spoon because it may not provide the correct dose.

Dosage of dicyclomine is based on your age, medical condition, and response to treatment. It is usually used for only 2 weeks at a time.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same times each day.

Rarely, abnormal drug-seeking behavior (addiction) is possible with this medication. Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently, or take it for a longer time than prescribed. Properly stop the medication when so directed.

Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens during the first 1 to 2 weeks of treatment.