Antispasmodic
Dicyclomine
Tablet or syrup
Quick Summary
Dicyclomine relaxes the muscles of the gut.
Tummy cramps
Colicky pain
Medical Uses
Tummy cramps: Including IBS.
Colicky pain: As prescribed.
How it's taken
Take before meals as directed.
Your doctor decides the right dose for you and how long to take it.
Your doctor decides the right dose for you. Follow their instructions and the label.
Common Side Effects
Dry mouth
Common.
Blurred vision
Sometimes.
Constipation
Sometimes.
Interactions
Other anticholinergic medicines
Increase side effects.
Critical Warnings
Babies
Black Box Warning: Not for infants under 6 months.
Glaucoma and urinary problems
Ask your doctor.
Sources and further reading
Last updated 21 October 2026. For more detail, see these trusted health organisations.
- Dicyclomine: drug information(opens in a new tab) · MedlinePlus, US National Library of Medicine