Coligon O Tablet

Composition of Coligon O Tablet

Coligon O Tablet contains Dicyclomine (10mg) + Magaldrate (400mg) + Oxetacaine (10mg) + Simethicone (25mg). It belongs to the Antispasmodic and Antacid / H2 blocker class of medicines.

Uses of Coligon O Tablet

Treatment of Abdominal pain

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Abdominal pain Coligon O Tablet effectively relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut)
• thereby relaxing the muscles and improving movement of food. This helps to treat abdominal pain (or stomach pain) as well as cramps
• bloating and discomfort. Take Coligon O Tablet as prescribed to get maximum benefit. Eventually
• it will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a more active and better quality of life.

How Coligon O Tablet works

Coligon O Tablet is a combination of four medicines:

How to take Coligon O Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Coligon O Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Coligon O Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a racing heart, confusion, blurred vision and difficulty passing urine. It can cause severe loose motions or constipation and disturb the body's salt balance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Coligon O Tablet

Most side effects of Coligon O are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• 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

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Coligon O Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Severe abdominal pain, particularly with fever or vomiting, needs a doctor rather than a painkiller or antispasmodic. May cause blurred vision and drowsiness — do not drive until you know how it affects you. Tell your doctor if you have glaucoma, an enlarged prostate or difficulty passing urine. This is for short-term relief. See a doctor if you need it most days for more than a couple of weeks. Seek urgent care for chest pain that spreads to the arm or jaw, comes with sweating or breathlessness — do not assume it is acidity. Antacids interfere with the absorption of many other medicines. Take them at least two hours apart from anything else.

Do not take Coligon O if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with glaucoma, urinary retention, or a blockage of the gut. Magnesium-containing antacids are avoided in significant kidney disease.

Interactions with other medicines

Adds to the dry mouth, constipation and drowsiness caused by antihistamines and some antidepressants. Reduces the absorption of thyroid tablets, iron, and several antibiotics — separate them by at least two hours.

How to store Coligon O Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Coligon O Tablet

Coligon O Tablet helps relieve abdominal pain and discomfort due to acidity. It should be used only for occasional relief from increased stomach acid. Do not take it for more than 2 weeks, unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor. Inform your doctor if you show signs of appendicitis or inflamed bowel (such as lower abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, nausea, vomiting). Avoid taking Coligon O Tablet at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines as it may interact with other medicines. Incorporate the folowing lifestyle changes in order to prevent acidity: Make sure you eat regular meals and drink plenty of water. Avoid spicy and fatty fried food. Lose weight if you are obese. If you are a smoker, consider giving up. Don't drink too much alcohol. Do not go to bed immediately after taking a meal. Sit in a relaxed position for some time for better digestion.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

FOURTS (INDIA) LAB (P) LTD

Therapeutic class:

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Drug class:

Antispasmodic and Antacid / H2 blocker