cymotin 20mg/500mg tablet - Dicyclomine (20mg) + Paracetamol (500mg) medicine

cymotin 20mg/500mg tablet

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๐Ÿญ Indamed Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 21, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 21, 2026

What is cymotin 20mg/500mg tablet used for?

Abdospas 20mg/500mg Tablet (Dicyclomine + Paracetamol) is used to treat GASTRO INTESTINAL. It contains Dicyclomine (20mg) + Paracetamol (500mg), which Dicyclomine: Anticholinergic, relaxes smooth muscle; Paracetamol: COX inhibition. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Dicyclomine + Paracetamol
  • Manufacturer: Indamed Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

๐Ÿ’Š cymotin 20mg/500mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Irritable bowel syndrome, abdominal cramps, pain and spasm

Off-label uses: Dysmenorrhea, Renal colic

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Dicyclomine + Paracetamol
Brand NameAbdospas 20mg/500mg Tablet
ManufacturerIndamed Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassGASTRO INTESTINAL
Action ClassAntispasmodic and Analgesic Combination
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from moisture
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed orally
DistributionDistributed throughout body; crosses placenta and blood-brain barrier
Protein BindingDicyclomine: ~90%; Paracetamol: 10-25%
MetabolismDicyclomine: Hepatic; Paracetamol: Hepatic (CYP2E1, others)
Half-LifeDicyclomine: 2-4 hours; Paracetamol: 2-3 hours
ExcretionRenal (both)
BioavailabilityDicyclomine: ~50%; Paracetamol: ~88%
Onset of ActionDicyclomine: 1-2 hours; Paracetamol: 30-60 minutes
Peak Plasma TimeDicyclomine: 1-1.5 hours; Paracetamol: 30-60 minutes
Duration of ActionDicyclomine: 4-6 hours; Paracetamol: 4-6 hours

How It Works

Dicyclomine: Anticholinergic, relaxes smooth muscle; Paracetamol: COX inhibition in CNS, antipyretic

Mechanism Steps

1Dicyclomine blocks muscarinic receptors in GI smooth muscle, reducing contractions
2Paracetamol inhibits COX-2 in CNS, reducing prostaglandin synthesis and pain perception
3Combination provides synergistic relief of abdominal pain and spasm

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take cymotin 20mg/500mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of cymotin 20mg/500mg tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
  • Nausea
  • Constipation

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Hepatotoxicity
  • Severe allergic reaction
  • Urinary retention

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Blood dyscrasias
  • Pancreatitis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
MAOIs Major Increased anticholinergic effects
Alcohol Major Increased hepatotoxicity risk
Warfarin Moderate Increased INR with high dose Paracetamol

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • MAOIs
  • Anticholinergics
  • Alcohol

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • CNS depressants
  • Anticoagulants
  • Metoclopramide

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Cholestyramine
  • Oral contraceptives

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

Food may delay absorption

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

Increased hepatotoxicity risk with Paracetamol

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity, glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, severe liver disease, GI obstruction

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Liver function, renal function, anticholinergic side effects

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Caution; excreted in breast milk

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Activated charcoal, N-acetylcysteine for Paracetamol overdose; supportive care for anticholinergic effects

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 21, 2026

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โญ User Reviews

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

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