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Drotin Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Abdominal Pain, Fever, Headache. Other than this, Drotin Plus has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Drotin Plus depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Drotin Plus as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Drotin Plus 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.
It is also important to note that Drotin Plus has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Drotin Plus related warnings talks about Drotin Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies must refrain from the use of Drotin Plus since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Drotin Plus contraindications section.
Additionally, Drotin Plus may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Drotin Plus is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Drotin Plus 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Is the use of Drotin Plus safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Drotin Plus safely.
Is the use of Drotin Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Drotin Plus does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Drotin Plus on the Kidneys?
Drotin Plus has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Drotin Plus on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Drotin Plus. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Drotin Plus only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Drotin Plus on the Heart?
Drotin Plus is rarely harmful for the heart.
Drotin Plus 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 Drotin Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Drotin Plus habit forming or addictive?
Drotin Plus does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Drotin Plus
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Drotin Plus with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Drotin Plus
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Drotin Plus as it can have severe side effects.
No, Drotin Plus is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
No, Drotin Plus should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Drotin Plus is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at therapeutic doses such as dry mouth, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.
Yes, Drotin Plus 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.
Drotin Plus 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 118
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