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Bentyl (Dicyclomine Capsules and Tablets) and Propulsid

Determining the interaction of Bentyl (Dicyclomine Capsules and Tablets) and Propulsid and the possibility of their joint administration.

Check result:

Bentyl (Dicyclomine Capsules and Tablets) <> Propulsid

Relevance: 08.11.2023 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Consumer:

Cisapride in no longer on the market in the US. Do not take cisapride with any other medication.

Professional:

GENERALLY AVOID: Concomitant administration of anticholinergic agents would be expected to compromise the beneficial effects of cisapride. Cisapride enhances the release of acetylcholine to produce increased gastrointestinal motility. Anticholinergic agents by blocking this action could delay gastric emptying and worsen esophageal reflux.

MANAGEMENT: This combination should be avoided.

References

"Product Information. Propulsid (cisapride)." Janssen Pharmaceutica, Titusville, NJ.

Bentyl (Dicyclomine Capsules and Tablets)

Generic Name: dicyclomine

Brand name: Bentyl, Dibent, Dicyclocot

Synonyms: Bentyl

What is Bentyl (Dicyclomine Capsules and Tablets)?

Propulsid

Generic Name: cisapride

Brand name: Propulsid

Synonyms: Propulsid (Suspension)

What is Propulsid?

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In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.

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