Spasmoctyl 40 Side Effects

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My husband and I are in Spain, so there is a language barrier with the doctor I saw 2 days ago. I was diagnosed with GERD and prescribed Spasmoctyl 40 2 or 3 times a day and also Omeprazol 20mg - 1 every 12 hours. I have been having shortness of breath and diarrhea since I started taking these drugs. Is this common? I also have a loss of appetite. Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you. ## Hello, Judy! How are you? Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that's used to help reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. This one is also the most likely cause of the diarrhea. Spasmoctyl contains Otolinium Bromide, which is used to treat stomach or bowel spasms, it is most ...

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- Mechanism of Action - Recommended Dosing Regimen - Side Effects - Drug Interactions - Dosage Strengths ## Had to scrape some details together from everywhere: "Dosage and Indications Spasmoctyl comes in a 40 mg dose, containing the active ingredient Otilonium Bromide. It is indicated for dyskinesias and spastic states of the digestive canal. Instructions The usual dose is one pill, twice or three times a day. The pills must be taken approximately 20 minutes before meals with half a glass of water. The maximum duration of treatment is four weeks. In case of recurrence of symptoms, the physician should assess the desirability of introducing a new treatment. Possible Side Effects The usual dose of 40 mg is generally well tolerated. It may cause in susceptible individuals a slight fat...

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