Papaverin Benefits & Uses

Papaverin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Erectile Dysfunction (Read More - Home Remedies for Erectile Dysfunction)

Papaverin 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

Papaverin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Papaverin is used -

Mild

Vertigo
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache
Dizziness

Common

Decreased blood pressure

Papaverin Related Warnings

Is the use of Papaverin safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Papaverin safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Papaverin in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Papaverin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Papaverin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Papaverin on the Liver?

Papaverin is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Papaverin on the Heart?

Papaverin may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Papaverin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Levodopa

Papaverin Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Heat Cramps
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Papaverin

Is this Papaverin habit forming or addictive?

Papaverin is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Papaverin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

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

No

Papaverin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Papaverin

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Papaverin together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Papaverin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Papaverin with alcohol.

Unknown