Drotaverine
Uses
Drotaverine is used for pain relief. It alleviates pain caused by smooth muscle spasms, such as menstrual pain, pain from kidney stones, pain from biliary stones, and gastrointestinal colicky pain.
How it Works
How Drotaverine Works
Drotaverine is an anti-spasmodic medication that alleviates contractions (spasms) associated with smooth muscles in the abdomen.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Drotaverine include nausea, vomiting, dryness of the mouth, vertigo, constipation, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), hypotension (low blood pressure), increased heart rate, and sweating.
Expert Advice
- Drotaverine helps relieve pain caused by smooth muscle spasms, including:
- Menstrual pain
- Pain due to kidney stones
- Colicky pain
- Take it according to the dose and duration recommended by your doctor.
- It may cause a decrease in blood pressure.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly and inform your doctor if you have a history of low blood pressure.
- Use caution while driving or performing tasks that require concentration, as Drotaverine may cause dizziness.
- Inform your doctor if you have severe kidney, liver, or heart disease.
Other Combinations
Drotaverine + Ethamsylate + Tranexamic Acid
Drotaverine + Mefenamic Acid
Drotaverine + Nimesulide
Drotaverine + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen)
Drotaverine + Ranitidine
Chlordiazepoxide + Clidinium + Drotaverine
Aceclofenac + Drotaverine
Diclofenac + Drotaverine