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Valamate is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Valamate also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Valamate is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Valamate side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Valamate normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Valamate has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Valamate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Valamate contraindications section.
Besides this, Valamate may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Valamate is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Valamate 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
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Is the use of Valamate safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Valamate.
Is the use of Valamate safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Valamate on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Valamate on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Valamate on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Valamate on the Liver?
Valamate is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Valamate on the Heart?
Valamate is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Valamate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Valamate habit forming or addictive?
Valamate is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Valamate, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Valamate can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Valamate is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Valamate is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Valamate
Taking Valamate with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Valamate
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Valamate with alcohol will be.
Valamate works by blocking the action of acetylcholine (chemical messenger) which help in relaxing the smooth muscle of cervix during labor also helps in relaxing intestine smooth muscle. Hence in this way, it helps to treat pain caused by smooth muscle spasm.
Yes, Valamate may cause photophobia (sensitivity of light), this is due to mydriasis (dilation of the pupil of the eye). It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult it with your doctor.
Yes, Valamate may cause dry mouth. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, keep yourself well hydrated with juice and water
Valamate is a brand name of valethamate and it is available in the form of an injection, and tablet. It belongs to the class of drugs known as anticholinergic agents. Valamate is a prescription drug that is used to treat pain caused by smooth muscle spasm especially in cervical dilatation during labor. It is also used in dysmenorrhea, GI spasm, post-operation pain, urinary tract, and colic pain.
The oral form of Valamate is taken with or without food as prescribed by the doctor while injectables form of Valamate is given by a healthcare provider. Do not take it my own.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 117
