What do we know about Bentyl (dicyclomine)?
Bentyl relieves spasms of the gastrointestinal tract (stomach and intestines) by blocking the actions of spasm-causing chemicals in the body. Dicyclomine is used to treat functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome. Bentyl at times may also be prescribed or used for reasons and purposes other than those that have been listed here. Who should not take Bentyl? Do not take dicyclomine if you have a blockage of your urinary tract (difficulty urinating); a blockage in your intestines; reflux disease; glaucoma; or myasthenia gravis. Before taking this medication or buy this medicine online, tell your doctor or healthcare professional if you have numbness or tingling in your hands or feet; liver disease; kidney disease; ulcerative colitis; thyroid problems; high blood pressure, an irregular heartbeat, or any type of heart disease; hiatal hernia; or enlargement of the prostate. Bentyl is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is unlikely to harm an unborn baby. Do not take dicycl
