Drug Interactions between Bentyl and Rolaids Extra Strength Softchews
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- Bentyl (dicyclomine)
- Rolaids Extra Strength Softchews (calcium carbonate)
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions were found between Bentyl and Rolaids Extra Strength Softchews. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Bentyl
A total of 207 drugs are known to interact with Bentyl.
- Bentyl is in the drug class anticholinergics/antispasmodics.
- Bentyl is used to treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Rolaids Extra Strength Softchews
A total of 222 drugs are known to interact with Rolaids Extra Strength Softchews.
- Rolaids extra strength softchews is in the following drug classes: antacids, minerals and electrolytes.
- Rolaids extra strength softchews is used to treat Indigestion.
Drug and food interactions
calcium carbonate food
Applies to: Rolaids Extra Strength Softchews (calcium carbonate)
Calcium absorption may be increased by taking it with food. However, foods high in oxalic acid (spinach or rhubarb), or phytic acid (bran and whole grains) may decrease calcium absorption. Calcium may be taken with food to increase absorption. Consider spacing calcium administration for at least 2 hours before or after consuming foods high in oxalic acid or phytic acid. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
dicyclomine food
Applies to: Bentyl (dicyclomine)
Ask your doctor before using dicyclomine together with ethanol. Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking dicyclomine. You should be warned not to exceed recommended dosages and to avoid activities requiring mental alertness. If your doctor prescribes these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment to safely take this combination. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
Further information
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