COLIF TABLET is a combination of Dicyclomine, and Paracetamol which belongs to the group of medicines called Antispasmodics, Analgesic and Anti-pyretic respectively. It is used for the treatment of stomach cramps, renal and biliary colic, as well as pain from gynaecologic or surgical conditions. It is also used to treat functional bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking COLIF TABLET, as it may increase the side effects. COLIF TABLET is not recommended in patients with an unstable cardiovascular condition with acute haemorrhage, myasthenia gravis, glaucoma, obstructive uropathy, obstructive disease of the gastrointestinal tract, severe ulcerative colitis, or reflux esophagitis.
COLIF TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe liver and kidney disease, hypertension, coronary heart disease, congestive heart failure, cardiac tachyarrhythmia, psychosis, and delirium (such as elderly patients and/or in patients with mental illness), incomplete intestinal obstruction (the small intestine partially or totally blocked), patients with salmonella dysentery, ulcerative colitis (inflammatory bowel disease), prostatic hypertrophy (prostate gland enlargement), hyperthyroidism, alcoholism, and in patients who take painkillers often for headache, etc.
COLIF TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women, unless considered necessary. COLIF TABLET is not recommended for use by breastfeeding women. COLIF TABLET is not recommended for use by children under 10 years of age. COLIF TABLET should be used with caution by elderly patients.
The most common side effects of taking COLIF TABLET are hypersensitivity reactions, dry mouth, upset stomach, vomiting, constipation, and gas or bloating. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms get worse.
COLIF TABLET is an antispasmodic works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It prevents unexpected muscular contractions (spasms). It also reduces bloating, pain, cramps, and discomfort. Paracetamol is analgesics and antipyretic as well works by inhibiting both COX-1 and COX-2 enzyme and prevents prostaglandin synthesis, thus reliefs pain.
Take COLIF TABLET as advised by your physician. With a glass of water, take the tablet. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Depending on your age, body weight, disease condition, your doctor will fix the correct dose and duration for you.
Stop taking COLIF TABLET and contact your physician immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
Consume a lot of foods high in fibre, such as grains, fresh fruits, and vegetables. Drink water and exercise regularly. Contact your doctor if constipation persists.
Drink plenty of water and fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Contact your doctor if the diarrhoea did not improve.
Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operate machinery if you feel drowsiness or dizziness. Avoid alcohol consumption as it aggravates dizziness or drowsiness. Contact your doctor if dizziness or drowsiness worsen.
Take the medicine, with or just after a meal. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy food. If the nausea does not improve, consult your doctor.
COLIF TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women, unless considered necessary. Contact your doctor before taking COLIF TABLET.
COLIF TABLET is not recommended in breastfeeding women. Contact your doctor before taking COLIF TABLET.
Do not drive or operate any machines, while taking COLIF TABLET, or things that require mental alertness, as it may cause blurred vision or drowsiness.
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking COLIF TABLET, as it may increase the side effects.
COLIF TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Contact your doctor before taking COLIF TABLET.
COLIF TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Contact your doctor before taking COLIF TABLET.
Do not take COLIF TABLET if you are allergic to dicyclomine, or paracetamol or to other ingredients of this medicine.
COLIF TABLET is not recommended in patients with unstable cardiovascular condition with acute haemorrhage and should be used with caution in patients with hypertension, coronary heart disease, congestive heart failure, and cardiac tachyarrhythmia. Contact your doctor before taking COLIF TABLET.
COLIF TABLET is not recommended for use in children under 10 years of age. Contact your doctor before taking COLIF TABLET.
COLIF TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Contact your doctor before taking COLIF TABLET.
COLIF TABLET is not recommended for use if you have:
Before taking COLIF TABLET, inform your doctor if you have:
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Tell your doctor if you have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, vitamin supplement or herbal products:
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of COLIF TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Signs and symptoms of overdose may include headache, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, dilated pupils, hot, dry skin, dizziness, dryness of the mouth, difficulty in swallowing, CNS stimulation including convulsion, loss of appetite, stomach pain and liver damage.
Drug | : | Dicyclomine, Paracetamol |
Pharmacological Category | : | Antispasmodics, Analgesic and Antipyretics |
Therapeutic Indication | : | Relief pain & and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) |
Dosage Forms | : | Tablet |
Q: What is COLIF TABLET used for?
A: COLIF TABLET is used for the treatment of stomach cramps, renal and biliary colic, as well as pain from gynecologic or surgical conditions. It is also used to treat functional bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Consult your doctor before taking COLIF TABLET.
Q: What are the side effects of taking COLIF TABLET?
A: The most common side effects of taking COLIF TABLET are hypersensitivity reactions, dry mouth, upset stomach, vomiting, constipation, and gas or bloating. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms get worse.
Q: Is COLIF TABLET safe during pregnancy?
A: COLIF TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women, unless considered necessary. Contact your doctor before taking COLIF TABLET.
Q: Is COLIF TABLET safe during breast-feeding?
A: COLIF TABLET is not recommended for breastfeeding women. Contact your doctor before taking COLIF TABLET.
Q: Can we use COLIF TABLET in children?
A: COLIF TABLET is not recommended for use by children under 10 years of age. Contact your doctor before taking COLIF TABLET.
Q: How does COLIF TABLET work?
A: COLIF TABLET is an antispasmodic that works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It prevents unexpected muscular contractions (spasms). It also reduces bloating, pain, cramps, and discomfort. Paracetamol is an analgesic and an antipyretic as well. It works by inhibiting both COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes and preventing prostaglandin synthesis, thus relieving pain.
Q: Is COLIF TABLET good for stomach pain?
A: COLIF TABLET relieves stomach and intestinal cramps, muscle spasms, abdominal pain, constipation, and other GI discomforts by relaxing the muscles and preventing normal gut movements.
Q: Is COLIF TABLET used for periods?
A: COLIF TABLET helps to relieve the symptoms of menstrual (period-related) pain and cramping.
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Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R, BDS
Last updated on 14 Mar 2023 | 12:35 PM(IST)
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