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Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop

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Product introduction

Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop is a combination medicine used in the treatment of abdominal pain. It works effectively to reduce abdominal pain, bloating, discomfort and cramps by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and gut. It also blocks certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.

Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, dryness in mouth, weakness, nervousness, blurred vision, and increased liver enzymes. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your dizziness.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.


Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop is banned for children under 12 years of age.


Uses of Antica Drop


Side effects of Antica Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Antica

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Sleepiness
  • Weakness
  • Nervousness
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Increased liver enzymes

How to use Antica Drop

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop is to be taken with food.

How Antica Drop works

Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop is a combination of two medicines: dicyclomine and nimesulide which relieve abdominal pain. Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic which works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). By doing this, it relieves cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Nimesulide is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Antica Drop?

If you miss a dose of Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop is used to give relief from abdominal pain.
  • Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop should be taken with, or straight after, a meal or snack. This helps to reduce the risk of stomach upset.
  • Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy rich food in order to avoid feeling sick (nausea).
  • Drink plenty of water while taking Antica 20 mg/100 mg Drop in case you experience diarrhea as its side-effect.
  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
  • If you develop any new symptoms, or if your symptoms get worse, make an appointment to see your doctor for further advice.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL

Patient concerns

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Actually i am surffering from kidney stone and because kidney stone i am suffering from stomache and also i am having pain in bladder
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Kidney stone cause sever abdominal pain. consult a Surgeon
Left abdominal pain from last 3 days.Especially when I take a large breath(inhale)
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
All abdominal pain patients need to be seen and treated in clinic
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References

  1. Dicyclomine. Birmingham, Alabama: Axcan Scandipharm Inc.; 2005. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. European Medicine Agency. Nimesulide; 2004. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Drugs.com. Dicyclomine. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. ScienceDirect. Nimesulide. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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