Drotaverine: Indication, Dosage, Side Effect, Precaution

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Dosage/Direction for Use Administration Contraindications Special Precautions Adverse Reactions Drug Interactions Action CIMS Class ATC Classification

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Generic Medicine Info

Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Contraindications

Severe renal/hepatic/cardiac dysfunction. Porphyria.

Special Precautions

Exercise caution in patients with renal/hepatic/cardiac dysfunction. Pregnacy, lactation.

Adverse Reactions

Vertigo, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth.

Drug Interactions

May attenuate the action of levodopa. Concurrent use of analgesics, antimuscarinics or benzodiazepines. Additive beneficial effect with concurrent use of analgesics, antimuscarinics or benzodiazepines.

CIMS Class

Antispasmodics

ATC Classification

A03AD02 - drotaverine ; Belongs to the class of papaverine and derivatives. Used in the treatment of functional bowel disorders.

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