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Dotarin DS Tablet

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Dotarin DS Tablet Information

Dotarin DS Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Abdominal Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Dotarin DS Tablet have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Dotarin DS Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Dotarin DS Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Dotarin DS Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Dotarin DS Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Dotarin DS Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dotarin DS Tablet related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Dotarin DS Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Dotarin DS Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Dotarin DS Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.

  1. Dotarin Benefits & Uses
  2. Dotarin Dosage & How to Take
  3. Dotarin Side Effects
  4. Dotarin Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Dotarin with Other Drugs
  6. Dotarin Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Dotarin
  8. Dotarin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dotarin DS Tablet Benefits & Uses

Dotarin DS Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

  • Abdominal Pain

Other Benefits

Dotarin DS Tablet 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

Dotarin DS Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Dotarin DS Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Dotarin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Dotarin again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate

  • Is the use of Dotarin DS Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Dotarin may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Dotarin, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Dotarin.

    Moderate

  • What is the effect of Dotarin DS Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Dotarin may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate

  • What is the effect of Dotarin DS Tablet on the Liver?


    The liver can be affected by Dotarin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Dotarin only after medical advice.

    Moderate

  • What is the effect of Dotarin DS Tablet on the Heart?


    Dotarin may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate

Severe Interaction of Dotarin DS Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Levodopa

Moderate

AtropineDiclofenacDiazepamNintedanibCaptoprilAmiloride

Dotarin DS Tablet Contraindications

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

Frequently asked Questions about Dotarin DS Tablet

  • Is this Dotarin DS Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    Dotarin DS Tablet does not cause addiction.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Dotarin DS Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe

  • Is it safe?


    Dotarin DS Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Dotarin DS Tablet for mental disorders.

    No

Dotarin DS Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Dotarin DS Tablet


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Dotarin DS Tablet together with food.

    Unknown

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Dotarin DS Tablet


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Dotarin DS Tablet with alcohol.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Dotarin DS Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can Dotarin cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Dotarin 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Dotarin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Dotarin 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 almost 6 years ago

How to take Dotarin?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Oral tablet and suspension of Dotarin should be taken by mouth three times daily or as advised by your doctor. Dotarin can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with cardiac dysfunction and improper kidney or liver function.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Dotarin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Take Dotarin as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Dotarin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Dotarin should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 118

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