What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Bentyl (dicyclomine)?
Do not take this medication if you are allergic to Bentyl (dicyclomine), or if you have:
* problems with urination;
* a blockage in your digestive tract;
* an intestinal disorder such as ulcerative colitis;
* gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD);
* a serious heart condition or active bleeding;
* glaucoma;
* myasthenia gravis; or
* if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Before taking Bentyl (dicyclomine), tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:
* an ileostomy or colostomy;
* a nerve problem (such as numbness or tingling);
* liver disease;
* kidney disease;
* ulcerative colitis;
* thyroid disorder;
* heart disease, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, or a heart rhythm disorder;
* hiatal hernia; or
* an enlarged prostate.
If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustments or special tests to safely take Bentyl (dicyclomine).
FDA pregnancy category B.
Bentyl (dicyclomine) is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Bentyl (dicyclomine) can pass into breast milk and can cause breathing problems or death in infants younger than 6 months of age. Do not take Bentyl (dicyclomine) if you are breast-feeding a baby.
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