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I have an ileostomy. prescribed bentyl (dicyclomine) 10mg up to 4x a day for post surgery stoma spasms. what is chance of side effects some as constipation?
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Slight: Since Bentyl (dicyclomine) is an antispasmodic, constipation can certainly be a side effect but taken at low doses, this is a rare occurrence.
Answered 5/14/2017
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Constipation is: a known potential side effect of dicyclomine. It should be used only as needed and not on a regular basis like blood pressure or diabetic medications.
Answered 2/8/2015
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Possible: Patients taking Bentyl may have adverse effects. While highly unlikely, constipation is one of the reported side effects to the medication. Please read the following link for further patient information on the medication: http://www.uptodate.com/contents/dicyclomine-dicycloverine-patient-drug-information?source=search_result&search=bentyl&selectedTitle=3%7E12
Answered 2/8/2015
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Bentyl (dicyclomine): is pretty mild. Chance of side effect constipation is minimal.
Answered 2/8/2015
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