PILSPAS TAB

Overview

PILSPAS TAB is a Schedule H drug.

PILSPAS TAB is composed of: PARACETAMOL (500.0 MG), DICYCLOMINE (10.0 MG), DOMPERIDONE (10.0 MG)

Paracetamol is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. The exact mechanism of action of is not known. Paracetamol is used to treat many conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers. It relieves pain in mild arthritis but has no effect on the underlying inflammation and swelling of the joint.

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.
Domperidone is an anti dopaminergic agent. It is used in treating nausea,vomiting,Gastrointestinal probelms and Parkinsons disease.

Usage

PARACETAMOL is generally used to treat: Arthritis
PARACETAMOL can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Back Pain, Cold, Fever

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

DOMPERIDONE is generally used to treat: Parkinson’s Disease, Heartburn, Stomach Pain
DOMPERIDONE can address symptoms like: Nausea, Vomit

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 < 1month

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?

PILSPAS TAB is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for PILSPAS TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, bleeding problems, growths in the nose, heart, kidney or liver disease, liver inflammation, high blood pressure, chickenpox, anxiety, trouble in sleeping, ulcers, stomach problems, stroke, Kawasaki syndrome, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption. It should not be used in children with infections such as flu, chickenpox or viral infections. Avoid large amount of caffeinated beverages while taking this medication. It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising.

•  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.

Cautions should be exercised in the patients with the history of kidney or liver disease, Breast cancer,Bowel blockage and any allergic reactions

Symptoms of Overdosage

PARACETAMOL over-dosage can result in: Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Weakness (generalized), Upper Abdomen Pain, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow Eyes
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
DOMPERIDONE over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Confusion, Drowsiness, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

DICYCLOMINE : Dizziness, Asthenia, Fever, Tachycardia, Dry Skin, Dry Mouth, Nausea, Nervousness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Drowsiness, Weakness (generalized)
DOMPERIDONE : Headache, Breast Pain, Mouth Swelling

Serious Side-Effects

DICYCLOMINE : Dry Skin, Hallucination, Irregular Heartbeat, Decreased Sweating, Irregular Heartbeat, Slurred Speech, Mood Swings, Confusion
DOMPERIDONE : Chest Pain, Irregular Heartbeat, Dizziness, Fainting, Loss Of Balance

Rare Side-Effects

PARACETAMOL : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching
DICYCLOMINE : Anorexia Nervosa, Constipation, Skin Rash, Dysuria, Itchy Skin, Dizziness, Head Headache, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing
DOMPERIDONE : Constipation, Diarrhoea, Leg Cramps, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Face Swelling, Hands Swelling, Legs Swelling

Food Interactions

Grape fruit juice should be avoided while taking domperidone

Disease Interactions

DOMPERIDONE can interfere with: Stomach Pain, Brain Tumor, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

PARACETAMOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
DICYCLOMINE is categorized as: ANTICHOLINERGICS/ANTISPASMODICS / FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
DOMPERIDONE is categorized as: DOPAMINERGIC ANTIPARKINSONISM AGENTS / ANTIPARKINSON AGENTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Available Alternatives for PILSPAS TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

DOMSPAS 10MG/500MG/10MG TAB	INR 22.5 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG, DOMPERIDONE 10.0 MG
PILSPAS TAB	INR 8.31 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG, DOMPERIDONE 10.0 MG
SPASMOPIL 10MG/500MG/10MG TAB	INR 15 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG, DOMPERIDONE 10.0 MG