Drotaverine is a prescription medicine. Abdominal Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Drotaverine also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Drotaverine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Drotaverine can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Drotaverine 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.
In addition, Drotaverine's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Drotaverine related warnings talks about Drotaverine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Drotaverine contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Drotaverine may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Drotaverine, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Drotaverine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Drotaverine is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Drotaverine safe for pregnant women?
Drotaverine can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Drotaverine, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Drotaverine safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Drotaverine. If you see any side effects, stop taking Drotaverine immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Drotaverine again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Drotaverine on the Kidneys?
Drotaverine may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Drotaverine on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Drotaverine. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Drotaverine on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Drotaverine. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Drotaverine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Drotaverine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Drotaverine habit forming or addictive?
Drotaverine is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Drotaverine does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Drotaverine is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Drotaverine is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Drotaverine
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Drotaverine and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Drotaverine
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Drotaverine with alcohol will be.
No, Drotaverine does not cause hair loss. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.
Drotaverine contains drotaverine which is a spasmolytic agent that has anti-spasmodic properties. It works by relaxing the smooth muscles that are present in the gastrointestinal tract through the inhibition of an enzyme (phosphodiesterase-IV). In this way Drotaverine provides relief to patients from abdominal pain, spasm, and cramps.
No, Drotaverine is not a pain-killer (NSAID). It is used as an anti-spasmodic agent but it also has analgesic (pain-killer) properties.
Yes, Drotaverine is helpful in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is used in the treatment of functional bowel disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
No, Drotaverine should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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