Dortsil: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Dortsil Benefits & Uses

Dortsil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Abdominal Pain

Other Benefits

Colic

Dortsil Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Abdominal Pain Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Abdominal Pain Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Abdominal Pain Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Abdominal Pain Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Dortsil Related Warnings

Is the use of Dortsil safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Dortsil. It is best to stop taking Dortsil immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Dortsil safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Dortsil. Immediately discontinue Dortsil if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dortsil on the Kidneys?

Dortsil can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dortsil on the Liver?

Dortsil can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dortsil on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Dortsil. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Dortsil with Other Drugs

Dortsil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Levodopa

Moderate

Dortsil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dortsil unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergies
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Dortsil

Is this Dortsil habit forming or addictive?

Dortsil is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Dortsil does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Dortsil only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Dortsil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Dortsil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dortsil

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Dortsil, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dortsil

Information about the interaction of Dortsil and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Dortsil

Question over 5 years ago

Can Dortsil cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Dortsil causes nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dortsil cause weight loss?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Dortsil does not cause weight loss, weight loss has not been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Dortsil is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Dortsil?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Dortsil is a brand name of drotaverine and it comes in the form of a tablet, injection, and oral suspension. It is a spasmolytic agent that has anti-spasmodic and analgesic (pain-killer) properties. It is a prescription drug that is used to provide relief from abdominal spasm, cramps, and menstrual pain. It is used in the treatment of functional bowel disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It also used to accelerate labor because it enhances cervical dilation.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Dortsil cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Dortsil does not cause a headache. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. It is not a known side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and take rest even if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor.