Colimex Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Description
Colimex tablet is a pain-relieving and antispasmodic medicine. It is used for relieving spasmodic pain associated with stones in the kidney or gallbladder, pain in the abdomen during or before menses and blockage or obstruction in the intestine. Colimex tablet is a combination medicine containing paracetamol and dicyclomine. It should not be used in children below 12 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine and do not take it if you have a liver disorder, ulcers or heart-related disorders. Colimex tablet should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. You should take this medicine with food to avoid stomach upset.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹35.25 |
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| Contains | Dicycloverine / Dicyclomine(20.0 Mg)+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen(500.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Spasmodic pain and cramps |
| Side effects | Headache, dizziness, sleepiness, nausea |
| Therapy | ANTI-SPASMODICS |
Uses
Colimex tablet is used for relieving spasmodic pain and cramps associated with renal colic, intestinal colic, biliary colic and painful menstruation.
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to paracetamol, dicyclomine or any other ingredients of Colimex tablet.
- If you are taking any other medicine that contains Paracetamol or Dicyclomine.
- If you have urinary tract disorder, stomach or intestinal ulcers.
- If you have any heart-related problem or bleeding disorder.
- If you have urinary tract disorder, obstruction in urethra or ureter.
- If you have an eye disorder called glaucoma or you are breastfeeding.
- If you have a muscle-related disorder called myasthenia gravis.
- This medicine should not be given to children below 12 years of age.
Side effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Ingestion.
- Loss of appetite
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Colimex tablet during pregnancy?
A:
You should consult your doctor before using the Colimex tablet as there is limited information about its safety during pregnancy. Your doctor will only prescribe you this medicine if considered essential after assessing the benefits over risks.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Colimex tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
The components of the Colimex tablet passes into the breastmilk. Hence, this medicine should not be used during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before using it.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Colimex tablet?
A:
Colimex tablet may make you dizzy and feel sleepy. You should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Colimex tablet?
A:
There is limited information about the effects of Colimex tablet on alcohol. However, there is a risk of liver damage in chronic alcoholics and people with liver problems if you are taking this medicine and consume alcohol along.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have any heart diseases or high blood pressure.
- You have muscle weakness or glaucoma.
- You have problems with your intestines, liver or kidney.
- You have fever as you need to be cautious while consuming this medicine.
- You have prostate disorder or enlagred prostate gland.
- You have indigestion or heartburn due to hiatus hernia.
- You are allergic to aspirin or other NSAIDs used to treat pain.
- You are taking other medicines containing paracetamol.
- Colimex tablet should not be used in children below 12 years of age.
- This medicine should be used with caution in older people as they may be more sensitive to the side effects.
Directions for Use
- Take Colimex tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water, with or without food.
- You should take this medicine regularly, at the same time and without fail as directed by your doctor.
- You should not consume it more than that recommended.
Storage and disposal
- Store Colimex tablets below 25°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
- Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
Dosage
Overdose
The symptoms of an overdose of Colimex are headache, dizziness, nausea, dry mouth, difficulty swallowing, dilated pupils and dry skin. In case of an overdose, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital....
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of Colimex tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
- Colimex tablet acts via combined action of paracetamol and dicyclomine.
- Paracetamol works by inhibiting the production of prostaglandin by blocking an enzyme responsible for prostaglandin synthesis. Prostaglandin is an inflammatory medicator which is implicated in conditions of pain, swelling and inflammatory responses....
- Dicyclomine acts via two mechanisms. It is an antispasmodic agent which acts on smooth muscles of uterus, urethra, intestine and bile duct and helps in relieving pain. It relaxes the muscles and improves the cramps and spasm....
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Concurrent use of the Colimex tablet is not recommended along with medicines to treat glaucoma like Timolol, Bimatoprost, Latanoprost and medicine to reduce cholesterol like cholestyramine.
- Concurrent use of this medicine along with blood thinners like Warfarin and with antivitamin K can increase the risk of bleeding and thus you should be cautious.
- You may experience increased side effects along with medicines to treat irregular heartbeats like quinidine, anti-allergy medicines like Phenothiazines, pain relief medicines like Meperidine.
- Other medicines like Metoclopramide and Domperidone, Chloramphenicol, Loperamide, Neostigmine, Digoxin, certain antacids should be used cautiously.
- You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparation or supplements to avoid any interaction.
Interactions with food items
It is generally recommended to take Colimex with food to minimize gastrointestinal upset.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Alok Nachane
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I stop taking tab Colimex on my own?
A: Yes, you can stop taking Colimex tablet, if this medicine is being used as a short term pain relief. However, you should not discontinue this medicine it is being prescribed by your doctor for a certain medical condition.
Q: Can I take Colimex tablet for stomach pain?
A: The stomach pain could occur due to various condition such as indigestion, infection and inflammatory conditions. You should not use Colimex for any condition without consulting your doctor.
Q: Can Colimex tablet be taken empty stomach?
A: You should avoid taking this medicine in an empty stomach to avoid stomach discomforts.
Q: Can Colimex tablet be taken for food poisoning?
A: No, Colimex is an anti-spasmodic medicine which is not effective in food poisoning. Food poisoning occurs due to the consumption of contaminated food usually by bacteria, virus or environmental toxins.
Q: Can Colimex be taken for period pain?
A: Yes, it can be used for relieving the cramps and pain during and before menses, after consulting a doctor.
Q: Can Colimex tablet be used for headache and toothache?
A: No, you should not use Colimex tablet for headache or toothache as it may not be effective in such pains.
Q: Can I take Pantoprazole or Esomeprazole with Colimex tablet?
A: It is usually safe and there is no direct interaction seen between these two medicines. Consult your doctor before taking these medicine concomitantly.
Q: Is Colimex medicine an antibiotic?
A: No, it is not an antibiotic. Colimex is a pain-relieving and antispasmodic medicine that is used for relieving spasmodic pain and cramps associated with renal colic, intestinal colic, and painful menstruation.
Q: What are the contents present in Colimex?
A: Colimex tablet contains paracetamol and dicyclomine as active constituents.
Q: How fast does Colimex tablet work?
A: Colimex start working within 30 minutes of its oral intake. However, it can vary among individuals depending on their physiology and other biological parameters.
Q: What is the function of Colimex?
- Paracetamol works by inhibiting the production of prostaglandin by blocking an enzyme responsible for prostaglandin synthesis. Prostaglandin is an inflammatory mediator which is implicated in conditions of pain, swelling and inflammatory responses. Dicyclomine acts via two mechanisms. It is an antispasmodic agent which acts on smooth muscles of the uterus, urethra, intestine and bile duct and helps in relieving pain. It relaxes the muscles and improves the cramps and spasms....
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COLIMEX
Expiry Date
28/02/2028
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