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Camylofin

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Camylofin

Camylofin is effective in the treatment and control of various health condition of gastrointestinal tract like stomach pain, cramps, bloating, urinary tract infections and dysmenorrhea.

Camylofin helps in blocking the action of some chemicals as well as enzymes of the body, as a result controlling contractions of muscles. The dosage of this medication generally depends on the condition that it is treating, overall health of the patient and reaction of the body to it.

Seek consultation with your medical provider in case you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Discuss your medical history and tell you healthcare provider about any allergies you have and medicines you are taking presently.

Take as directed, at regular intervals around-the-clock (with or without food). Complete full course of medication, even if you feel better. Drink 2-3 L fluid/day. Individuals with thyroid problems, kidney and liver issues as well as heart disease should consult doctor before using this medication.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Camylofin

    • Abdominal Cramp

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Camylofin ?

    • Allergy

    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma

    • Mechanical Bowel Obstruction

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Camylofin ?

    • Palpitations

    • Arrhythmia

    • Increased Heart Rate

    • Dry Skin

    • Excessive Thirst

    • Dryness In Mouth

    • Photophobia

    • Flushing

    • Dilation Of The Pupil Of The Eye

    • Difficulty Or Painful Urination

    • Loss Of Accommodation

    • Constipation

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Camylofin

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Breastfeeding women are advised to take medical help before using this medication.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Patients should not drive or operate machinery while using this medication.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution to be advised in elderly patients suffering from dehydration and renal failure.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no interaction between liver impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    Medicines containing Camylofin

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains Camylofin as ingredient

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is a muscle relaxant which causes smooth muscle activity and also provides anticholinergic action. Inhibition of phosphodiesterase type IV occurs as a result of drug use. This also reduces the cytosolic calcium levels in the body.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Camylofin ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Do not use this medication in combination with Quetiapine, Amantadine, Quinidine and Rivastigmine.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Patients who suffer from Thyrotoxicosis and Obstructive disease of the lungs should not use this medication.

      FAQs about Camylofin

      • Ques : What is Camylofin?

        Ans : Camylofin is a salt which performs its action by calming the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine) and stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. This medication is used to treat conditions such as Intestinal colic, Biliary colic, Renal colic, and Dysmenorrhea.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Camylofin?

        Ans : It is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Spasm pain, Inflammation, Biliary colic, Pancreatitis, Renal colic, and Dysmenorrhea.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Camylofin?

        Ans : Side effects include Skin Rash, Injection site redness, bruising, or sores, Headache, Granulocytopenia, Dry mouth, and Irregular heart rate.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Camylofin?

        Ans : It should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      References

      • Camylofin-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 18 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/camylofin

      • Camylofin-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 18 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB13738

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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