Drt M: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Drt M Benefits & Uses

Drt M is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Colic
Stomach Pain (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)

Drt M 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Colic Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 80 mg drotaverine and 250 mg mefenamic acid
Adult	Disease: Colic Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 80 mg drotaverine and 250 mg mefenamic acid
Geriatric	Disease: Colic Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 80 mg drotaverine and 250 mg mefenamic acid

Drt M Side Effects

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

Severe

Decreased blood pressure

Moderate

Tachycardia
Vertigo
Edema
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Blurred vision
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Allergic reaction
पेट दर्द
Dyspepsia
पेट की गैस
Diarrhoea
Rash

Drt M Related Warnings

Is the use of Drt M safe for pregnant women?

Drt M should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Drt M safe during breastfeeding?

Drt M may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Drt M on the Kidneys?

Drt M rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Drt M on the Liver?

Side effects of Drt M rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Drt M on the Heart?

Side effects of Drt M rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Drt M with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Benzydamine

Metamizole

Oxyphenbutazone

Severe

Levodopa

Tacrolimus

Moderate

Atropine

Diclofenac

Diazepam

Nintedanib

Captopril

Amiloride

Warfarin

Lithium

Hydrocortisone

Quinapril

Spironolactone

Drt M Contraindications

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

Drug Allergies
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Anemia
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Drt M

Is this Drt M habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Drt M has not been reported.

Drt M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Drt M

You can take Drt M with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Drt M

Consumption of alcohol and Drt M together may have severe effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Drt M

Question over 5 years ago

Does Drt M cause hair loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Drt M 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Drt M a pain-killer?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Drt M is not a pain-killer (NSAID). It is used as an anti-spasmodic agent but it also has analgesic (pain-killer) properties.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Drt M cause vertigo?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Rarely, Drt M causes vertigo which is the sensation of spinning and dizziness. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of vertigo is unknown. If you experience vertigo after taking this drug then sit down and take rest for a while till this effect subsides.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Drt M for abdominal cramps?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Drt M can be taken to provide relief from abdominal spasm, cramps, and pain. It works by relaxing the smooth muscles present in the gastrointestinal tract through the inhibition of an enzyme (phosphodiesterase-IV) which provides relief to the patients from the abdominal (stomach) pain, spasm, and cramps.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Drt M cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Drt M does not cause a headache. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. It is not a known side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and take rest even if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor.