Acronyms that contain the term dicycloverine 

Dicycloverine

Dicycloverine, also known as dicyclomine, sold under the brand name Bentyl in the US, is a medication that is used to treat spasms of the intestines such as occur in irritable bowel syndrome. It is taken by mouth or by injection into a muscle. While it has been used in baby colic and enterocolitis, evidence does not support these uses.Common side effects include dry mouth, blurry vision, weakness, sleepiness, and lightheadedness. Serious side effects may include psychosis and breathing problems in babies. Use in pregnancy appears to be safe while use during breastfeeding is not recommended. How it works is not entirely clear.Dicycloverine was approved for medical use in the United States in 1950. It is available as a generic medication. In 2020, it was the 147th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 4 million prescriptions.

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