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Drotaverine + Paracetamol is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Drotaverine + Paracetamol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Drotaverine + Paracetamol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Drotaverine + Paracetamol is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Drotaverine + Paracetamol safe for pregnant women?
Drotaverine + Paracetamol is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Drotaverine + Paracetamol safe during breastfeeding?
Drotaverine + Paracetamol does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Drotaverine + Paracetamol on the Kidneys?
Drotaverine + Paracetamol rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Drotaverine + Paracetamol on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Drotaverine + Paracetamol. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Drotaverine + Paracetamol on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Drotaverine + Paracetamol on the heart have been reported.
Drotaverine + Paracetamol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Drotaverine + Paracetamol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Drotaverine + Paracetamol habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Drotaverine + Paracetamol.
Interaction between Food and Drotaverine + Paracetamol
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Drotaverine + Paracetamol with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Drotaverine + Paracetamol
Taking Drotaverine + Paracetamol with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Drotaverine + Paracetamol should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Drotaverine + Paracetamol can be taken to provide relief from abdominal spasm, cramps, and pain. It works by relaxing the smooth muscles present in the gastrointestinal tract through the inhibition of an enzyme (phosphodiesterase-IV) which provides relief to the patients from the abdominal (stomach) pain, spasm, and cramps.
No, Drotaverine + Paracetamol is not a pain-killer (NSAID). It is used as an anti-spasmodic agent but it also has analgesic (pain-killer) properties.
Take Drotaverine + Paracetamol as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Drotaverine + Paracetamol can be taken in kidney stones pain which is also known as colic pain (severe abdominal pain due to spasm). Drotaverine + Paracetamol works in colic pain by relieving the spasm that provides relief to the patient.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 118
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
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