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Medostrap is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Medostrap have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Medostrap. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Medostrap can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Medostrap are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Medostrap has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Medostrap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma must refrain from the use of Medostrap since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Medostrap contraindications section.
Additionally, Medostrap may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Medostrap, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Medostrap is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Medostrap safe for pregnant women?
Medostrap shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Medostrap safe during breastfeeding?
Medostrap should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Medostrap on the Kidneys?
Medostrap rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Medostrap on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Medostrap on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Medostrap on the Heart?
Medostrap has very mild side effects on the heart.
Medostrap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Medostrap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medostrap habit forming or addictive?
Medostrap does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Medostrap
Taking Medostrap with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medostrap
Taking Medostrap with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Medostrap 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.
Occasionally, Medostrap causes nausea and vomiting. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss it with your doctor.
No, Medostrap should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Medostrap 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.
Yes, Medostrap is helpful in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is used in the treatment of functional bowel disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
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
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ponstel® (Mefenamic Acid)