Drotaverine 80 mg Tablets
Drotaverine belongs to a category of medicines called anti-spasmodic agents used to decrease and relieve smooth muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and gall bladder.
Drotaverine tablet contains ‘Drotaverine’, which helps by relaxing contractions that occur with smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, gall bladder, and urinary tract. This medicine also helps in relieving pain.
Drotaverine may also cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, and vertigo (spinning sensation). Most of these side effects do not need any medicine and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Medical Effects of Drotaverine Tablet:-
Drotaverine tablet mainly relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach and intestine (gut), thereby relaxing the muscles and enhancing the movement of food. It also stops the chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain sensation. This helps to treat abdominal pain (or stomach pain) as well as cramps, bloating, and discomfort. Take Drotaverine tablets as consulted by the doctor. This tablet will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
How does the Drotaverine tablet Work?
Drotaverine is an anti-spasmodic medicine that helps to relax contractions (spasms) that occur with smooth muscles in the abdomen.
Side Effects of Drotaverine Tablet
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dryness in mouth
- Dizziness
- Vertigo
- Insomnia
- Hypotension
- Fast heart rate
- Sweating
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Abdominal pain
- Increased liver enzymes
Precautions Drotaverine Tablet:-
Ask your doctor before taking Drotaverine if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Do not take Drotaverine if you are breastfeeding. Drotaverine may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol with Drotaverine as it could lead to increased dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.