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Drotapil Information

Drotapil is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Abdominal Pain. Drotapil also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Drotapil. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Drotapil as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Drotapil normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

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

Other contraindications of Drotapil have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Drotapil with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Drotapil is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Drotapil Benefits & Uses

Drotapil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Abdominal Pain

Other Benefits

Colic

Drotapil 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

Drotapil Related Warnings

Is the use of Drotapil safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Drotapil safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Drotapil. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Drotapil on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Drotapil. 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 Drotapil on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Drotapil on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Drotapil with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Levodopa

Moderate

Drotapil Contraindications

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

Drug Allergies
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Drotapil

Is this Drotapil habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Drotapil has not been reported.

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

Drotapil will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Drotapil only as per medical advice.

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

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

No

Drotapil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Drotapil

There is no information on the effects of taking Drotapil with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Drotapil

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Drotapil with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Drotapil

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Drotapil?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Oral tablet and suspension of Drotapil should be taken by mouth three times daily or as advised by your doctor. Drotapil 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 over 5 years ago

Can Drotapil cause vertigo?

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

Rarely, Drotapil 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 over 5 years ago

Can Drotapil cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Drotapil 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 4 years ago

Can I take Drotapil with paracetamol?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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