Coliza 10mg Injection
About Coliza 10mg Injection
A antispasmodic, Coliza 10mg Injection is used for the treatment of functional disturbances of GI motility such as irritable bowel syndrome. It reduces the symptoms of intestinal and stomach cramping. This medicine works by slowing down the natural movements of the gut and by relaxing the stomach and intestine muscles.
This medication must not be used in children younger than 6 months old and in women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Before using this medication, inform your doctor if you have a history of :
- Glaucoma,
- Enlarged prostate,
- Urination problems,
- High blood pressure,
- Nervous system problems,
- Myasthenia gravis,
- Liver, heart, thyroid, intestinal or kidney problems.
This medicine can cause a range of anticholinergic side effects such as dizziness, weakness, dry eyes, blurred vision, dry mouth and abdominal bloating, and, at higher doses, serious effects like decreased sweating, flushed skin, irregular heartbeat, slurred speech, loss of coordination, mood changes, difficulty urinating and decreased sexual ability.
Coliza 10mg Injection must be used with caution in patients with hepatic or renal disease, ulcerative colitis, hyperthyroidism, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, tachycardia, GI obstruction, obstruction of the urinary tract. The elderly are at increased risk for anticholinergic effects, confusion and hallucinations.
The medication is to be taken by mouth, with or without food as instructed by your doctor, usually 4 times a day. The dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and your response to the medicine. Your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose to decrease the risk of side effects.
Symptoms of Coliza 10mg Injection overdose include CNS stimulation followed by depression, confusion, delusions, nonreactive pupils, tachycardia, hypertension.
Anticholinergic toxicity is caused by strong binding of the drug to cholinergic receptors. For anticholinergic overdose with severe life-threatening symptoms, physostigmine 1-2 mg (0.5 mg or 0.02 mg/kg for children) S.C. or I.V., slowly may be given to reverse these effects.
Take as directed before meals; do not increase dose and do not discontinue without consulting prescriber. Avoid alcohol and other CNS depressant medications (antihistamines, sleeping aids, antidepressants) unless approved by prescriber. Void before taking 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 Coliza 10mg Injection
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 Coliza 10mg Injection ?
Hypersensitivity
Narrow Angle Glaucoma
Nursing Mothers
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 Coliza 10mg Injection ?
Headache
Nervousness
Mental Confusion
Excitement
Lethargy
Rash
Urticaria
Severe Allergic Reaction
Weakness
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 Coliza 10mg Injection
Is It safe with alcohol?
Coliza 10mg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Coliza 10mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Coliza 10mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.
Does this affect kidney function?
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with underlying kidney disease. Please Consult your doctor.
Does this affect liver function?
Use of this medicine should be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease.
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine will remain up to 4 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medicine will be initiated within 1-2 hours after its administration.
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 substitutes for Coliza 10mg Injection ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Coliza 10mg Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Colicspam 10mg Injection
Leben Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Nt Spas 10Mg Injection
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Biospas 10mg Injection
Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
- Cyclopam 10Mg Injection
Indoco Remedies Ltd
- Cyclopam 10Mg Injection
Indoco Remedies Ltd
- Decolic 10Mg Injection
Kontest Chemicals Ltd
- Spasmo Proxyvon Injection
Wockhardt Ltd
- Cyclopam 10Mg Injection
Indoco Remedies Ltd
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.
How does this medication work?
This medication is used to treat smooth muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal tract which occurs due to irritable bowel syndrome. It blocks the acetylcholine receptors present on the smooth muscles thereby causing the muscles to relax. It also controls excessive secretion from not only stomach but also from bronchial, tracheal and pharyngeal muscles.
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 Coliza 10mg Injection ?
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
- Decreased effect: Phenothiazines, anti-Parkinson's drugs, haloperidol, sustained release dosage forms; decreased effect with antacids.
- Increased toxicity: Anticholinergics, amantadine, narcotic analgesics, type I antiarrhythmics, antihistamines, phenothiazines, TCAs.
Interaction with Disease
FAQs about Coliza 10mg Injection
Ques : Do you have to eat before taking Coliza 10mg Injection?
Ans : Coliza 10mg Injection can be taken with food or water within a prescribed schedule, and most of the people discovered that mixing it with food helps them to get around an upset stomach.
Ques : How Coliza 10mg Injection helps in periods?
Ans : Coliza 10mg Injection helps by lowering your body's production of a hormone-like element called prostaglandin, which is associated with heavy periods.
Ques : What Coliza 10mg Injection is used for?
Ans : Coliza 10mg Injection is an antispasmodic tablet used for treating specific types of intestinal complication such as irritable bowels syndrome. It also decreases the symptoms of intestinal and stomach cramping.
Ques : How does this drug work?
Ans : This medicine minimises the natural movement of gout loosening up the stomach and intestine muscles. It is also used as a reliever during the cramps and menstrual periods.
Ques : What are the side effects of Coliza 10mg Injection?
Ans : There are some side effects of this drug such as constipation, shortage of breath, blurred eyesight, painful urination, bloody and cloudy urine and fast heartbeat.
Ques : Is it safe to take Coliza 10mg Injection?
Ans : This medication is safe to consume only if taken in doses recommended by a medical expert. In case of overdosage, this drug may cause problems.
Ques : Can I take Coliza 10mg Injection after drinking alcohol?
Ans : The consumption of alcohol should be limited as it can increase the risk of stomach or intestinal bleeding.
Ques : Is it safe to take ibuprofen with Coliza 10mg Injection?
Ans : Coliza 10mg Injection should not be taken in combination with ibuprofen as it can cause adverse interactions.
Ques : Is Coliza 10mg Injection safe?
Ans : Coliza 10mg Injection is safe if it is used in doses as recommended by the doctor.
Ques : Is Coliza 10mg Injection gluten free?
Ans : Coliza 10mg Injection does not contain substances like gluten.
Ques : Does Coliza 10mg Injection help nausea?
Ans : Nausea is a common side effect of this drug.
Ques : Does Coliza 10mg Injection help constipation or trigger constipation?
Ans : Coliza 10mg Injection can cause constipation in some patients.
Ques : Is Coliza 10mg Injection an opiate/steroid/antacid/NSAID/benzodiazepine?
Ans : Coliza 10mg Injection is not an opiate, steroid, antacid, NSAID or a benzodiazepine.
Ques : Is Coliza 10mg Injection a muscle relaxer?
Ans : Yes, this medication acts as a smooth muscle relaxant. However, it does not cause any relaxation of the skeletal/voluntary muscles.
Ques : Can I take Coliza 10mg Injection for diarrhea?
Ans : Coliza 10mg Injection is not helpful; in treating diarrhea. Infact, diarrhea is one of the common side effects of this drug.
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