BENTYL Reviews (DICYCLOMINE HYDROCHLORIDE)

Average Rating: 3.3 (178 Ratings)

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 1  IBS Where do I begin... The drug did what it was supposed to do in that my digestive habits got much better while on it. I was and still am on Levsin, which is hard to find nowadays. I would take Bentyl in the evening and wake up remembering nothing. I'm a pastor, so I have to remember a lot of personal information, and I'd forget that somebody's family member died, which is a quick way to be shown the door. I felt shaky. I took it, eventually got past the drunk feeling every time I took it, but when I ran out and had to start again, it all came back. I felt like I was losing my mind and my wife, my friends, and my church caught on to the fact that I was never remembering anything. It was the Bentyl. Be very, very careful with this stuff. 29 3 months
11/26/2008
 4  IBS-D Dry mouth Bentyl has been a godsend to me. It has not stopped me from having diarhea, but it takes away most of the cramping. Works most effectively when taken before eating. I haven't noticed any real side effects. I only take it if I'm going to eat "unsafe" foods, or if I've been sick earlier and think I may have another bout. I only take it once a day, or as needed. I would definitely recommend it for IBS-D. F 33 5 months
10/20/2008
 2  ibs headache, shortness of breath, insomnia I've had IBS-A for over two years now. Recently I came down with more severe cramps; for 8 months I was c-dominant lately it has been alternate d & c in the same morning, very confusing. I read about Bentyl on this and other sites and knew it was a "crap shoot". It did relieve cramp some but the side effects weren't worth the result. At least the Rx was cheap w/ insurance; I doubt if I'll try it again. M 56 1 days
9/23/2008
 5  IBS none I've been taking this occasionally for about 3 years. It helps EXTREMELY well when my nerves play havoc with my bowels. It calms it down right away. It doesn't work for immediate problems, but I just take it as needed, maybe once a week or so. F 42 3 years
8/28/2008
 5  IBS If I take it before bed, it makes me a bit sleepy, but I have also taken it during the day and felt fine. It doesn't knock you out. This has been the best drug for me as far as IBS. It does not always work, but I would say 9 times out of 10 it does. If I take it before bed, it induces sleep but I have also taken it during the day and felt fine. F 55 1 years
8/25/2008
 1  IBS Careful with this drug - Blurred Vision, Pain in Eyes, Confusion, really, really bad panic attacks from anxiety (that I never had before), lightheadness, memory problems, central neverous probelm. Was taken to the emergency room twice, thought I was having a stroke. Stopped taking Bentyl and all side effects stopped. You should be careful taking this - took 3 times a day as prescribe by my doctor - told me nothing about these side effects. Took for 4 months - thought I was going insane. F 45 4 months
8/19/2008
 4  IBS/spastic colon nausea, heart palpitations, drowsiness So far, this medication has been a lifesaver for me. I have been struggling with severe IBS that has basically been inhibiting every aspect of my life. Before taking this medication, I had anywhere from 3-8 bowel movements a day, along with constant cramping, bloating, and gas. I only take this medication once per day in the morning before breakfast. I have one normal bowel movement every morning and feel FINE the rest of the day. My only complaints are nausea, rapid heart beat, and drowsiness that persists a few hours after taking the medicaton. F 25 2 weeks
8/16/2008
 3  Stomach pain/Ulcer Strange taste in mouth, occasional stomach cramps Generally a great drug for me. Really helps with stomach cramps, and starts to help quickly. Also helped with side effects from taking lexapro. F 24 1 years
7/25/2008
 2  IBS Constipation, blurred vision, sleepy, gassy, more irritable! After taking this medication my stomach felt worse, and i was more constipated than before. i was sleepy, had the blurred vision. I stopped taking it after a few months, it was too slow in helping my 'spasm', when it was too late. I have swtiched to Levsin....its WONDERFUL!!! F 21 7 years
6/17/2008
 5  spastic colon lightheadedness, "drunk" feeling bentyl has made my life bearable -- no more sick-to-my-stomach feeling after eating, no more horrible cramps. the side effects are nothing compared to what it's done for me. F 47 16 years
3/23/2008
 1  IBS everything you can thnks of... Did not help one bit... started to have panic attacs, the IBS got worse and will take another pill M 23 4 years
11/23/2007
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 5  IBS and post-water contam. issues 'disconnectedness', dry mouth, bad breath (due to dry mouth), weight loss due to decreased appetite, slight tiredness this drug has really made a difference to me -- I can feel safe to eat out again and I have never had a severe attack like before since I've used it. I use it as needed. If I am going to eat something that is suspicious or if I feel cramps coming on, I take it. Works like a charm! F 35 4 months
11/21/2007
 3  gallbladder disease and stone I have dry mouth, dizziness, drousyness, sweating, nausea, eye site problems, and slurred speach. I am told that all of it should go away, but so far it hasn't. I go to high school still, and if I am having the side effects it will be very hard for me to function on this medication. F 18 5 days
11/20/2007
 5  C-Diff cramping dry mouth, dialated pupils/blurry vision Was given oral form during recurring C Diff treatment. Took the edge off of horrible cramping. HIGHLY recommend this med to anyone going thru C Diff/IBS if doc says ok. Side effects as you know are the least of your worries during THOSE cramps. F 44 10 days
11/18/2007
 3   I have been retaining water--my feet and ankles are very edematous F 58 3 months
6/18/2007
 3  IBS Having diarrhea throughout the day, stomach is very bloated, gassy, and gurgles all day long! Help! I dont get that severe cramping I used to get, but the diarrhea remains. Bummer. I was so hopeful. F 37 10 days
5/11/2007
 5  IBS No side effects. Maybe a little weight gain. I love this medicine. I have been on it since 1991 as needed. I have requested that they bury me with a bottle of this just in case I might need it! I have been very satisfied. F 65 16 years
3/20/2007
 4  stomach cramps, diarhea dry mouth, sleepiness I have been taking it for 10 or so years.Bentyl stops the cramps and diarhea,and helps with getting rid of water retention in my body. I rarely use it now. F 50 10 years
1/14/2007
 4  Severe flatulence due to malabsorbt none noticeable, am on many other medications for diverticulitis, acute pancreatitis and major large & small bowel resection stops flatulence quickly, causes some diarrhoea. I take it when needed. M 61 28 days
1/1/2007
 5  spastic colon, IBS stomach pain slight sleepy, little blured vision, dry mouth Wish I had know about it 15 years ago. F 39 8 weeks
12/27/2006

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