Drotaverine
Generic / Active Ingredient
What is Drotaverine used for?
Tetanus
9 Drotaverine brands in Bangladesh
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| Brand | Strength | Form | Manufacturer | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dot | 40 mg | Tablet | ACME Laboratories Ltd. | ৳ 1.76 |
| Dover | 40 mg | Tablet | Nipa Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 1.75 |
| Drota | 40 mg | Tablet | Hallmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 1.76 |
| Drotapan | 40 mg | Tablet | Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 1.75 |
| No-Spa | 40 mg/2 ml | Injection | Ambee Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 7.98 |
| No-Spa | 40 mg | Tablet | Ambee Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 1.82 |
| Span | 40 mg | Tablet | Opsonin Pharma Ltd. | ৳ 1.76 |
| Tav | 40 mg | Tablet | Organic Health Care Ltd. | ৳ 1.76 |
| Taverin | 40 mg | Tablet | Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 1.75 |
Indication DetailsView
Spastic conditions of the gastrointestinal tract, irritable bowel syndrome-
- Biliary colics and spastic conditions of the biliary tract: Cholecystolithiasis, cholecystitis, cholangitis.
- Renal colics and spastic conditions of the urogenital tract: Nephrolithiasis, ureterolithiasis, pyelitis, cystitis.
- Spastic conditions of the uterus: Dysmenorrhea, imminent abortion, uterine tetanus.
Therapeutic ClassView
Anticholinergics
PharmacologyView
Drotaverine has antispasmodic effect mediated via inhibition of phosphodiesterase-IV, specific for smooth muscle. It has a rapid and direct action on the smooth muscle. It acts to correct cyclic AMP and Ca imbalance at the spastic site, thereby relieving smooth muscle spasm and pain.
DosageView
Oral-
- Adults: 1 to 2 tablets, 3 times daily
- Children (over 6 years): 1/2 to 1 tablet, 1-2 times daily.
- Children (1-6 years): 1/4 to 1/2 tablet, 1-2 times daily.
- Adults: 1 to 2 ampoules, intramuscularly or subcutaneously, 1-3 times daily.
- For the management of acute stone colics: 1 or 2 ampoules by slow intravenous injection.
Side EffectsView
The common side effects are headache, dizziness, rhinitis, sinusitis, gastrointestinal upset, nausea, pharyngitis, edema and fatigue.
ContraindicationsView
Drotaverine is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to the products and its constituents.
PrecautionsView
Caution should be taken for patients suffering from liver and kidney disease.
InteractionsView
May attenuate the action of levodopa. Concurrent use of analgesics, antimuscarinics or benzodiazepines. Additive beneficial effect with concurrent use of analgesics, antimuscarinics or benzodiazepines.
Pregnancy & LactationView
As with most drugs, the use of Drotaverine Hydrochloride should be avoided during pregnancy and lactation unless essential.