DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Overview

DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE is a Schedule H drug.
Drotaverine is a anti spasmolytic drug used to relive spasmodic pains. It is used in conditions of smooth muscle spasm, peptic ulcer, spastic constipation, control and prevention of pain and dysfunction due to smooth muscle spasms.

Usage

DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Cholecystitis, Cholelithiasis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Generally considered as Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Generally considered as Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE is generally taken After Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Symptoms of Overdosage

DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE over-dosage can result in: Dry Mouth, Eyes Blurred Vision

Common Side-Effects

DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE : Skin Irritation, Dry Mouth

Technical Classification

DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE is categorized as:
  • ANALGESIC COMBINATIONS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
  • ANTICHOLINERGICS/ANTISPASMODICS / FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE as Ingredient

DROLGAN FC-TABACECLOFENAC 100 MG, DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE 80 MG
DROTIN PLUS TABPARACETAMOL 500 MG, DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE 80 MG
DROTIN-DS TABDROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE 80 MG
DROTIN-M TABMEFENAMIC ACID 250 MG, DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE 80 MG
DROTIS INJDROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE 40 MG
DVN PLUS TABMEFENAMIC ACID 250 MG, DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE 80 MG