About gastro-soothe Tablets
Antispasmodic
Used for
- Relief of stomach and intestinal cramps
- Relief of irritable bowel syndrome cramps
Usual adult dose
Usually 10–20 mg up to four times daily.
Usual dose in children
Ages 6–12 years: usually 10 mg three times daily. Not recommended under 6 years.
Common side effects
- Dry mouth
- Fast heartbeat
- Reduced sweating
- Difficulty passing urine
Important warnings
- Avoid with narrow-angle glaucoma or myasthenia gravis.
- Avoid with bowel obstruction or an enlarged colon.
- Persistent abdominal pain, fever, vomiting, or bloody stools require assessment.
- Rare serious allergic reactions can occur.
Pregnancy
Limited safety information; generally not recommended during pregnancy unless prescribed.
Breastfeeding
Limited safety information; generally not recommended during breastfeeding unless prescribed.
Interactions
- Other anticholinergic medicines increase side effects.
- Some antihistamines and antidepressants increase anticholinergic effects.
- Metoclopramide may reduce the effects of both medicines.
- Some asthma medicines may increase heartbeat.
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