Balagin Injection is used in the treatment of abdominal pain and irritable bowel syndrome (symptoms include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, and diarrhea or constipation). It helps to control sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby reduces abdominal cramps.

Balagin Injection can be used for the short-term relief of muscle spasm, anxiety (confusion and worry) and insomnia

Uses of Balagin Injection

Irritable bowel syndrome

Benefits of Balagin Injection

In Irritable bowel syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the large intestine (colon) that usually needs long term management. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea, bloating, flatulence, cramps and stomach pain. Balagin Injection relaxes the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine) and relieves these symptoms effectively. Usually, it is used along with other medicines for management of your condition.
Balagin Injection is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of Balagin Injection

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 Balagin

Nausea
Dizziness
Blurred vision
Dryness in mouth
Nervousness
Drowsiness
Vomiting
Psychosis
Diarrhea
Photophobia
Dyspepsia
Abdominal pain
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Confusion
Hallucination
Dry skin
Reduced bronchial secretions

How to use Balagin Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Balagin Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Balagin Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Balagin Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Balagin Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Balagin Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Balagin Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Balagin Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Balagin Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Balagin Injection is given as an injection into muscles by your doctor only.
It may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
It may make you sweat less. Avoid doing things that may cause you to overheat such as exercise.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Balagin Injection as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting pain in your stomach.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Tertiary Amines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Anticholinergic- antispasmodic

Patient concerns

Restless leg syndrome with irritable bowel syndrome

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

take cobadex czs once daily for 1 monthevion 400 mg once daily for 1 month

Irritable bowel syndrome with gum motions

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

Take bilbadi churan 1 spoon twice , stop IBS tablet 2 tablet twice with waterKutajarisht 20 ml twice after meal

FAQs

Is Balagin Injection safe?

Balagin Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Is Balagin Injection gluten free?

Balagin Injection active drug does not contain gluten. Read the label instruction of the brands your doctor prescribes you, for gluten content

Does Balagin Injection help nausea?

Balagin Injection is not known to relieve nausea. Nausea is a common side effect of Balagin Injection.

Does Balagin Injection help constipation or trigger constipation?

Balagin Injection may cause constipation.

Is Balagin Injection an opiate/steroid/antacid/NSAID/benzodiazepine?

Balagin Injection is not an opiate, steroid, or an antacid. It is neither a NSAID not a benzodiazepine

Is Balagin Injection a muscle relaxer?

Yes, Balagin Injection is a smooth muscle relaxant. It has a direct effect on muscles of the stomach and intestine. It does not relax the skeletal/voluntary muscles

Can I take Balagin Injection for diarrhea?

Balagin Injection has no known effects in treating diarrhea.

Can I take Balagin Injection for menstrual cramps?

Balagin Injection mainly acts on the smooth muscles of the intestine. Hence, it is used to relieve cramps or spasms of the stomach and intestines (gut). It is not known whether it can be used for menstrual cramps

Does Balagin Injection make you drowsy?

Balagin Injection may cause drowsiness and make you feel sleepy

Can I take dicyclomine with Advil (ibuprofen)/ amoxicillin/ Pepto (bismuth subsalicylate)/ tramadol/ Vicodin (acetaminophen and hydrocodone)/ oxycodone/ Tylenol (paracetamol)?

There are no known serious drug interactions between dicyclomine and Advil (ibuprofen)/ amoxicillin/ Pepto (bismuth subsalicylate)/ Tramadol/ Vicodin (acetaminophen and hydrocodone)/ oxycodone/ Tylenol (paracetamol). Dicyclomine is often available in combination with pain killers like paracetamol Consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on dicyclomine.

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