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Spasmon, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Abdominal Pain.
The correct dosage of Spasmon depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Spasmon also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Dry Mouth. Some other side effects of Spasmon have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Spasmon go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Spasmon's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Spasmon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Spasmon related warnings section.
Spasmon is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Spasmon are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Spasmon with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Spasmon is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Spasmon is used to treat the following -
Main 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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Is the use of Spasmon safe for pregnant women?
Spasmon may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Spasmon, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Spasmon safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Spasmon. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Spasmon on the Kidneys?
Spasmon may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Spasmon on the Liver?
Spasmon may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Spasmon on the Heart?
Spasmon 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.
Spasmon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Spasmon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Spasmon habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Spasmon. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Spasmon. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Spasmon is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Spasmon cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Spasmon
Taking Spasmon with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Spasmon
Taking Spasmon with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Spasmon can cause serious allergic reaction like difficulty in breathing, swelling on lips, mouth, throat or tongue, etc. Please speak to you doctor as soon as you develop these symptoms.
Yes, Spasmon causes drowsiness. Drowsiness can be prevented or managed by eating a well-balanced breakfast loaded with medium carbs and high proteins, taking light lunch, drinking lots of water, listening to music, getting outside and breathing in some fresh air, eating gum, mints and candy, skipping sugar, going for some caffeine.
Spasmon is available as a tablet, capsule, syrup and an injection. An oral dosage form is taken a few times a day. It is important to take Spasmon at the same time every day so that one doesn't forget the dose. One can take Spasmon with or without food. Taking it with food may avoid stomach upset. One must follow the recommendations of a doctor while taking Spasmon. In some people, it might cause some side effects like dry mouth, constipation, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, etc.
Yes, Spasmon causes nausea and vomiting as side effects. Nausea and vomiting can be prevented and managed by trying deep breathing, trying wrist acupressure, being in well ventilated space, drinking more fluids, taking ginger, fennel or cloves, and trying aromatherapy.
No, Spasmon is not an antibiotic. It is an anticholinergic agent with an antispasmodic activity which is used for the management of irritable bowel syndrome.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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