Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Protylol (Dicyclomine).
Blood pressure: Protylol (Dicyclomine) may cause Low Blood Pressure resulting in sudden dizziness when you stand up rapidly. Take care when first using Protylol (Dicyclomine).
Drowsiness/reduced alertness: Protylol (Dicyclomine) may cause drowsiness or dizziness, affecting your ability to drive or operate machinery. Avoid these and other hazardous tasks until you have determined how Protylol (Dicyclomine) affects you.
Glaucoma: Protylol (Dicyclomine) may make the symptoms of glaucoma, such as blurred vision, to become more noticeable. If you have glaucoma, discuss with your doctor how Protylol (Dicyclomine) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Protylol (Dicyclomine), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Heart disease: Some medications used to treat irregular heartbeat, Congestive Heart Failure, and high blood pressure can cause an increase in the effects of Protylol (Dicyclomine). If you are taking medications for any of these conditions, or are at risk for developing any of these conditions, discuss with your doctor how Protylol (Dicyclomine) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Protylol (Dicyclomine), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Kidney and liver condition: The removal of Protylol (Dicyclomine) from your body may be affected by liver and kidney disorders. If you have existing liver or kidney conditions, discuss with your doctor how Protylol (Dicyclomine) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Protylol (Dicyclomine), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Prostate enlargement: Protylol (Dicyclomine) may cause difficulty staring to urinate, making symptoms of prostate hypertrophy (enlargement) worse. If you have prostatic hypertrophy, discuss with your doctor how Protylol (Dicyclomine) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Protylol (Dicyclomine), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Thyroid disease: If you have an overactive thyroid gland, discuss with your doctor how Protylol (Dicyclomine) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Protylol (Dicyclomine), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Pregnancy: Protylol (Dicyclomine) should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Protylol (Dicyclomine), contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: Protylol (Dicyclomine) passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Protylol (Dicyclomine), it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Protylol (Dicyclomine) have not been established for children less than 6 months of age and should be avoided in this age group.
Seniors: Seniors may be more likely to experience severe side effects of Protylol (Dicyclomine). It may be necessary to use lower doses than those reported above.
