CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB

Overview

CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB is composed of: DICYCLOMINE (50.0 MG), DICLOFENAC SODIUM (20.0 MG)

Dicyclomine relieves spasms of the muscles in the stomach and intestines. Dicyclomine is used to treat functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome. Dicyclomine is used in the treatment of abdominal pain.Dicyclomine works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). In doing this, it relieves cramps, pain, bloating,   and discomfort.Dicyclomine is a prescription medication used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This medication belongs to a group of drugs called anticholinergic agents. It relieves intestinal spasms by blocking muscarinic receptors in the digestive tract.
Diclofenac Sodium is an anti-inflammatory painkiller. This non-steroidal drug is used to alleviate symptoms of arthritis such as inflammation, pain, fever and swollen joints. It is used in the treatment of conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylosis and severe menstrual pain. Diclofenac Sodium works by obstructing the production of cyclooxygenase, which synthesizes the compound called prostaglandin. This compound is responsible for symptoms of arthritis such as pain, swelling and inflammation. .

Usage

DICYCLOMINE is generally used to treat: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
DICYCLOMINE can address symptoms like: Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Abdomen Pain

DICLOFENAC SODIUM is generally used to treat: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Menstrual Cramp, Pain
DICLOFENAC SODIUM can address symptoms like: Fever, Knees Joint Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB and its Constituents



  •  This medication may impair your thinking or alertness. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
  •  Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Dicyclomine can decrease your sweating, which can lead to heat stroke in a hot environment.
  •  Avoid taking alcohol as it can increase certain side effects of dicyclomine.
  • Stop using dicyclomine and call your doctor right away if you have serious side effects such as confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior, fast or uneven heart rate, or if you urinate less than usual or not at all.
  • You should not take this medication if you are allergic to dicyclomineTake exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.Dicyclomine is usually taken 4 times each day. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.Take this medicine with a full glass of water.

  • Pregnant women, women trying to conceive, smokers and alcoholics should avoid taking Diclofenac Sodium, since it can have harmful effects.
  • Avoid taking aspirin or other NSAIDs while you are taking this medicine.
  • If you use diclofenac long-term, you may need frequent medical tests.
  • Take Diclofenac sodium on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet or delayed-release tablet. Swallow it whole.
  • Dissolve diclofenac sodium powder in to 2 ounces of water. Do not use any other type of liquid. Stir this mixture and drink all of it right away. It works best if you take it on an empty stomach.
  • It is not known whether diclofenac passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
  • Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft).

Symptoms of Overdosage

DICYCLOMINE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Enlarged (dilated) Pupils, Difficulty Breathing, Fever, Dizziness, Difficulty Swallowing, Mood Swings, Irregular Heartbeat, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Fainting
DICLOFENAC SODIUM over-dosage can result in: Abdomen Pain, Vomit, Drowsiness, Difficulty Breathing, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

DICYCLOMINE : Dizziness, Asthenia, Fever, Tachycardia, Dry Skin, Dry Mouth, Nausea, Nervousness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Drowsiness, Weakness (generalized)
DICLOFENAC SODIUM : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Indigestion, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Abdomen Burn, Abdomen Pain, Belching, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Cloudy Urine With Strong Odor, Constipation, Loose Motion, Dizziness, Head Headache, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Pale Skin, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Weight Loss (unintentional)

Serious Side-Effects

DICYCLOMINE : Dry Skin, Hallucination, Irregular Heartbeat, Decreased Sweating, Irregular Heartbeat, Slurred Speech, Mood Swings, Confusion

Rare Side-Effects

DICYCLOMINE : Anorexia Nervosa, Constipation, Skin Rash, Dysuria, Itchy Skin, Dizziness, Head Headache, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

DICLOFENAC SODIUM can interfere with: Asthma, Congestive Heart Disease, Urine Retention, Hypertension, Peptic Ulcer, Duodenitis, Intestinal Perforation, Alcoholism, Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Dermatitis, Acute Renal Failure, Hyponatremia, Acute Liver Failure, Myocardial Infarction, Ischemic Heart Disease, Porphyria, Anemia, Hyperkalemia, Thrombocytopathy, Thrombocytopenia, Vitamin K Deficiency

Technical Classification

DICYCLOMINE is categorized as: ANTICHOLINERGICS/ANTISPASMODICS / FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
DICLOFENAC SODIUM is categorized as: NONSTEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENTS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Available Alternatives for CATASPA 50MG/20MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BESTOGESIC SPS INJINR 9.6 for 2 ML INJECTIONDICYCLOMINE 50.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 20.0 MG
CATASPA 50MG/20MG TABINR 24.5 for 10 TABLETSDICYCLOMINE 50.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 20.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AQUADOL SPAS 20MG/50GM INJINR 24 for 1 ML INJECTIONDICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 GM, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
AQUADOL SPAS TABINR 20.5 for 10 TABLETSDICLOFENAC SODIUM , DICYCLOMINE
AQUASHOT INJINR 30 for 1 ML INJECTIONDICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
COLIK INJINR 10.9 for 2 ML INJECTIONDICLOFENAC SODIUM , DICYCLOMINE
COLIK TABINR 60 for 10 TABLETSDICLOFENAC SODIUM , DICYCLOMINE
COLPANIL 20MG/50MG/325MG TABINR 36 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
DICLOGESIC SPAS TABINR 48.2 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20 MG
DICLONIJ SPAS TABINR 12.6 for 10 TABLETSDICYCLOMINE , DICLOFENAC SODIUM
DICLOSPA 20MG/50MG TABINR 6.55 for 10 TABLETSDICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
DISALV TABINR 55 for 10 TABLETSDICYCLOMINE , DICLOFENAC SODIUM
DP SPAS 10MG/25MG INJINR 8.75 for 2 ML INJECTIONDICLOFENAC SODIUM 25.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
DP SPAS 20MG/50MG TABINR 19.95 for 10 TABLETSDICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
DUOSPAN TABINR 15.38 for 10 TABLETSDICYCLOMINE 70.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM
DYNAPAR SPAS 50MG/10MG TABINR 91 for 10 TABLETSDICYCLOMINE 50.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 10.0 MG
KEDOL SPAS TABINR 60 for 10 TABLETSDICLOFENAC SODIUM , DICYCLOMINE , PARACETAMOL
NOBEL SPAS RF 10MG/25MG INJINR 8.46 for 2 ML INJECTIONDICLOFENAC SODIUM 25.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG
PAASPAS 20MG/50MG/325MG TABINR 25 for 400 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
ROLOSPAZ TABINR 23.13 for 10 TABLETSDICLOFENAC SODIUM , DICYCLOMINE
SPAS DICLORAN TABINR 40 for 10 TABLETSDICYCLOMINE 50.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM
SPASGO 20MG/50MG TABINR 18.3 for 10 TABLETSDICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
SPASMO FORTE 20MG/50MG INJINR 14.5 for 2 ML INJECTIONDICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
SPASMO PROXYVON FORTE INJINR 14.5 for 2 ML INJECTIONDICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
SPASMODART TABINR 39.5 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG
SPASMORIL 100MG/20MG TABINR 41 for 10 TABLETSDICYCLOMINE 100.0 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 20.0 MG
SPASMORIL DPSINR 40.5 for 15 ML DROPDICYCLOMINE , DICLOFENAC SODIUM
SPAZ 10MG/250MG TABINR 76.75 for 10 TABLETSDICLOFENAC SODIUM 250.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG