Perivalan Information

Perivalan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Premature Labor are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Perivalan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Perivalan is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

While these are the most often observed Perivalan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Perivalan are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Perivalan's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Perivalan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bleeding, Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Perivalan since this can cause severe adverse effects.

Besides this, Perivalan may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Perivalan is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Perivalan Benefits & Uses

Perivalan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Premature Labor

Other Benefits

Peripheral Vascular Disease
Raynaud's Phenomenon

Perivalan 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(Female)	Disease: Premature Labor Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Perivalan Side Effects

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

Severe

Rash
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Abdominal distension
Chest Pain

Mild

Trembling
Nervousness
Weakness
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Nausea or vomiting

Perivalan Related Warnings

Is the use of Perivalan safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Perivalan safe during breastfeeding?

Perivalan has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Perivalan on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Perivalan on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Perivalan on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Perivalan on the liver, information on safety of Perivalan for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Perivalan on the Heart?

Perivalan is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Perivalan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tizanidine

Moderate

Perivalan Contraindications

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

Bleeding
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Perivalan

Is this Perivalan habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Perivalan is addictive.

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

After taking Perivalan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Perivalan only as per medical advice.

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

Perivalan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Perivalan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Perivalan

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Perivalan

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

Unknown