Cataspa Tablet (Dicyclomine (20mg / Diclofenac (50mg)

Medical Description

Cataspa tablet is a combination of medicine containing diclofenac and dicycloverine. It is used for the treatment of abdominal pain associated with stomach or bowel cramps in certain conditions of stomach or bowel. Diclofenac works by decreasing swelling and pain by inhibiting the synthesis of a natural substance called prostaglandin. Prostaglandin is a natural substance found in the body that can cause swelling or pain. Dicyclomine works by relaxing muscles of the stomach and bowel and decreasing the natural movement of the bowel. Headache, dizziness, spinning sensation of head, nausea or vomiting, loose motion are some of the side effects of using this medicine. If side effects do not go away on their own or your condition doesn’t improve over time then inform your doctor.

Uses of Cataspa Strip Of 10 Tablets

It is used for the treatment of abdominal pain associated with stomach or bowel cramps in certain conditions of stomach or bowel.

Contraindications of Cataspa Strip Of 10 Tablets

If you are allergic to diclofenac, dicycloverine or any other ingredients of this medicine. If you presently have a stomach or bowel ulcer which either bleeds or perforate. If you had stomach or bowel bleeding or perforation due to intake of medicines from the NSAID group. If you are pregnant and completed 6 months of pregnancy. If you have severe liver disease. If you have severe kidney disease. If you have heart disease, narrowing or blockage of the peripheral blood vessel or disease of a blood vessel supplying the brain. If you have breathing difficulty, swelling of lips, tongue, face etc, itching after taking any medicine from the NSAID group.

Side effects of Cataspa Strip Of 10 Tablets

Headache
Dizziness
Spinning sensation of head
Nausea or vomiting
Loose motion
Indigestion
Pain in stomach
Dry mouth
Thirst
Skin rash

Mode of Action of Cataspa Strip Of 10 Tablets

How Does It Work?
Diclofenac works by decreasing swelling and pain by inhibiting the synthesis of a natural substance called prostaglandin. Prostaglandin is a natural substance found in the body that can cause swelling or pain.
Dicyclomine works by relaxing muscles of the stomach and bowel and decreasing the natural movement of the bowel.

Directions for Use of Cataspa Strip Of 10 Tablets

Take this medicine with food as prescribed by your doctor.

Interactions of Cataspa Strip Of 10 Tablets

Interactions with other medicines
Some medicines can affect the way Cataspa tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Especially if you are taking medicines for heart diseases.

Storage and disposal of Cataspa Strip Of 10 Tablets

Store this medicine at room temperature in a cool and dry place.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Cataspa Strip Of 10 Tablets

Overdose
Symptoms of overdose include headache, nausea, vomiting, pain in the stomach, dry mouth, difficulty in swallowing, dryness of skin, bleeding from stomach or bowel, loose motions, dizziness, sleepiness, fainting, seizures etc. If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine then take it as soon as you remember. If it’s already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.