What is Drotin 80mg?
Drotin 80mg is a prescription medicine that relieves sudden muscle spasms or contractions in the stomach & intestine, improving your pain.
Drotin tablet contains Drotaverine, which belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodic agents.
Drotaverine helps to treat abdominal pain, cramps, bloating, and discomfort linked with menstrual cycles or kidney stones.
Eventually, 80mg of Drotin will help you to do your daily activities quickly and have a better and more active life.
After a valid prescription from the doctor, Drotin can be purchased from licensed drugstores.
What are the uses of 80mg of Drotin?
Doctors prescribe Drotin 80mg for:
Treatment smooth muscle contractions in your gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and gall bladder that cause frequent stomach pain.
How does Drotin 80mg work?
80mg of Drotin works by obstructing certain enzymes, which causes an increased release of a chemical substance that relaxes smooth muscles.
This action relieves stomach pain caused by muscle spasms in the urinary system, gastrointestinal tract, and gall bladder.
How to take Drotin 80mg?
Take the Drotaverine tablet as directed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water without crushing or chewing it.
The doctor will determine the correct dose and duration based on your body weight, age, and disease condition.
80mg of Drotin tablet can be taken with or without food but simultaneously every day for better results. Continue taking it for as long as your doctor prescribes.
What if I consume an overdose of Drotin 80mg tablet?
Take the missed dose of Drotin 80mg as soon as possible. However, if it’s time for the next dosage, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dose.
Do not double the dose to compensate for your missed dosage.
What if I take an overdose of Drotin tablets?
If you accidentally take more of a Drotin tablet, consult a doctor immediately or visit a nearby hospital.
Some common symptoms of overdose include dizziness, weakness, headache, general feeling of discomfort, and vomiting.
What are the side effects of Drotin 80mg?
Most side effects of Drotaverine do not require medical attention and disappear once your body adjusts.
Some common side effects of Drotin 80mg include:
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Sweating
- Fast heart rate
- Dryness in mouth
- Hypotension
- Insomnia
Get emergency medical help if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
Precautions and warnings for Drotin 80mg
Doctors do not recommend Drotin 80mg for use in patients with severe liver disorder, heart failure, and kidney disease.
Before starting treatment with Drotaverine, inform the doctor if you are intolerant to some sugars and low blood pressure.
Your doctor should know about all other medications you take, as many of these can make the Drotin tablet less effective or alter its function.
While taking 80mg of Drotin tablet, the doctor might check patients' blood pressure regularly.
Drinking alcohol should be avoided strictly during your dosing period of Drotaverine.
It is suggested that pregnant women should first consult their doctor about the use of 80mg of Drotin and then start treatment.
Do not recommend Drotin tablets to other people, even if they suffer from similar symptoms as yours.
Frequently asked questions about Drotin 80mg (FAQs)
Can I take Drotin 80mg on an empty stomach?
Drotin tablets can be taken with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. For better results, try taking them at the same time every day.
Is it safe to take 80mg of Drotin?
Yes, Drotin is safe for most patients suffering from abdominal pain. Make sure to follow your doctor’s recommendation for the prescribed dose.
Can breastfeeding women take Drotaverine?
Breastfeeding women should take Drotaverine only after consulting with a doctor.
