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

Drotanic Information

Drotanic is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Abdominal Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Drotanic have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Drotanic depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Drotanic can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Drotanic are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Drotanic's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Drotanic has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Drotanic related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Drotanic contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Drotanic have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Drotanic, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Drotanic Benefits & Uses
Drotanic Dosage & How to Take
Drotanic Side Effects
Drotanic Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Drotanic with Other Drugs
Drotanic Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Drotanic
Drotanic Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Drotanic Benefits & Uses

Drotanic is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Abdominal Pain

Other Benefits

Colic

Drotanic 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

Drotanic Related Warnings

Is the use of Drotanic safe for pregnant women?

Drotanic can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Drotanic right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Drotanic safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Drotanic on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Drotanic. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Drotanic on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Drotanic. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Drotanic on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Drotanic with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Levodopa

Moderate

Drotanic Contraindications

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

Drug Allergies
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Drotanic

Is this Drotanic habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Drotanic.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Drotanic only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Drotanic in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Drotanic Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Drotanic

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Drotanic and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Drotanic

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Drotanic and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Drotanic

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Drotanic with paracetamol?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Drotanic can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Drotanic along with paracetamol if taken as directed by a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Drotanic cause vertigo?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Rarely, Drotanic causes vertigo which is the sensation of spinning and dizziness. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of vertigo is unknown. If you experience vertigo after taking this drug then sit down and take rest for a while till this effect subsides.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Drotanic cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Drotanic 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 over 5 years ago

How to take Drotanic?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Oral tablet and suspension of Drotanic should be taken by mouth three times daily or as advised by your doctor. Drotanic 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

What is Drotanic?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Drotanic 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.