Bentyl

Generic name:dicyclomine (oral/injection) [ dye-SYE-kloe-meen ]
Brand names: Bentyl, Dibent, Dicyclocot
Drug class:Anticholinergics / antispasmodics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 25, 2022.

What is Bentyl?

Bentyl is used to treat functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome.

Bentyl may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Many drugs can affect Bentyl. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Bentyl if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

• glaucoma;

• a bladder obstruction or other urination problems;

• a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines);

• severe ulcerative colitis;

• gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD);

• a serious heart condition and active bleeding;

• myasthenia gravis; or

• if you are breastfeeding a baby.

Not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old. Bentyl should never be given to a child younger than 6 months old.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• heart problems or high blood pressure;

• a stroke;

• ulcerative colitis;

• an ileostomy or colostomy;

• an enlarged prostate; or

• liver or kidney disease.