Does Dicyclomine Hydrochloride Interact with Antacids Containing Calcium?
CDI records a moderate classification for Dicyclomine Hydrochloride and Antacids Containing Calcium. The stored summary is: Antacids may interfere with the absorption of dicyclomine hydrochloride; simultaneous use should be avoided. The mechanism involves interference with gastrointestinal absorption. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This record was extracted from drug labeling through openFDA. NIH/NLM RxNorm is used for drug identities. The summary and severity classification are CDI's processed information, not a verbatim source quotation. Product, route, and patient circumstances matter.
- Severity
- Moderate
- Management
- Monitor for effects
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
Recorded Mechanism
Interference with gastrointestinal absorption
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Dicyclomine Hydrochloride and your doctor is considering prescribing Antacids Containing Calcium (or vice versa), make sure to:
- Inform your doctor and pharmacist of all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
- Ask whether the benefits of combining these medications outweigh the risks for your specific situation
- Ask what symptoms to watch for that would indicate the interaction is causing problems
- Ask whether any dosage adjustments are needed
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider