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A standard antispasmodic

Blocks acetylcholine receptors to relax smooth muscle

Blocks acetylcholine receptors to relax smooth muscle Used for Irritable bowel syndrome, Spastic colon.

At a glance

Mechanism of action

This action helps to relieve muscle spasms and cramps.

Approved indications

• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Spastic colon

Common side effects

• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Headache

Key clinical trials

• Outcome of Patients With Malignant Gastric Outlet Obstruction Undergoing Endoscopic Ultrasound-guided Gastroenterostomy or Enteral Metal Stenting
• Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Gelsectan in the Treatment of Diarrhea-predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome (NA)
• Enteric-Coated Peppermint Oil Versus Standard Antispasmodic in SLC6A4 (5-HTTLPR) Carriers With Irritable Bowel Syndrome. (NA)
• Three Distraction Methods for Pain Reduction During Colonoscopy (NA)
• A Comparison of Three Different Treatment Options for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (NA)
• Influence of Contrast Injection Force on the Accuracy of Vessel Measurements in Cerebral Angiography
• Collaborative Cognitive Behavioral Therapy / Hypnotherapy for Treatment of Pediatric Functional Gastrointestinal Disease (NA)
• Impact of Bacillus Clausii Administration on Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patients (PHASE2, PHASE3)

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