Drotin Ds 80Mg Tablet

Drotin Ds 80Mg Tablet effectively treats twitches or spasm of the smooth muscles generally found in the stomach and heart. It is effective in relieving pain triggered due to irritable bowel syndrome, headache, menstrual periods and cervical spasm during labour.

It is also effective in abdominal pain, chest pain, gallstones pain in the kidneys, pain in renal colic and a few other conditions. Drotin Ds 80Mg Tablet may interact with a few other drugs like Atropine, Diclofenac, Levodopa, and Diazepam. Inform your doctor about taking any other medications, before starting the course of this medicine.

The possible side-effects that may occur on using this medicine are nausea, vomiting, fainting, dry mouth, sleep disorders, constipation, flushing, allergic dermatitis, swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet, falling of blood pressure and change in pulse rate.

Drotin Ds 80Mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe heart, liver, and kidney disease. This drug should be used with caution in patients suffering from a genetic disorder of the skin and blood. People who have allergic reactions, are pregnant or are breastfeeding are also advised to avoid taking this medicine.

It comes as an oral medicine to take by mouth, with or without food. The recommended dose for adults is usually 40-80 mg, three times a day but it can vary depending on your condition. If taken orally as an antispasmodic by children between the age of 1 to 6, the recommended dose is 20 mg, three to four-time daily. In children older than 6 years of age, the dosage is generally increased to 40 mg.

• Smooth Muscle Spasm

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome Associated Diarrhea

• Menstrual Cramps

• Pain Relief

• Heart Failure

• Allergy

• Severe Liver/Kidney Damage

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Change In Pulse Rate

• Dizziness

• Headache

• Difficulty In Breathing

• Allergic Skin Reaction

• Swelling Of Face, Lips, Eyelids, Tongue, Hands And Feet

• Fall In Blood Pressure

• Vertigo

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of Drotin has not been clinically determined yet.

• What is the onset of action?

  The time taken for the medicine to show its effect has not been clinically determined yet.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  The medicine must be consumed only until extremely necessary. A consultation with the doctor is important before consuming the medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  Drotin tablet doesn’t have any habit forming tendencies.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The medicine may cause some problems to the infant which is why it is advisable not to consume the medicine while breast feeding.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  If Drotin causes hypotension, drowsiness, dizziness, and headache, then it should not be consumed before driving.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  For patients suffering from any kidney abnormalities, the consumption of Dotrin can cause kidney disorders such as kidney failure. Consulting the doctor before consumption is a prudent idea.

• Does this affect liver function?

  For patients suffering from any liver abnormalities, the consumption of Drotin can cause liver disorders such as increased liver enzymes. Consulting the doctor before consumption is a prudent idea.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Drotin Ds 80Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Drovotas 80Mg Tablet

  Tas Med India Pvt Ltd

• Drot Ds 80Mg Tablet

  Mapra Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Ms Spa 80Mg Tablet

  Astrum Healthcare Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  For Drotin, the patient must take the missed dose as soon as possible and skip the dose if the time for the next dose as scheduled occurs. Doubling the dose is not advisable.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  If the patient overdoses, the doctor must be consulted immediately and medical attention must be provided as soon as possible. The symptoms associated with overdose include nausea, vomiting, increased heart rate, discomfort, and reduced blood pressure.

This medicine works by inhibiting the phosphodiesterase-IV enzymes and helping in restoring the balance of cyclic AMP and calcium ions at the site of spasm at smooth muscles.

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 Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Drotin reacts severely with medicines that contain Levodopa compounds. It has moderate reactions with Atropine, Diclofenac, and Diazepam compounds.

• Interaction with Disease

  Porphyria is a genetic disorder of the skin and blood which reacts with the medicine. Low cardiac output diseases which cause less blood to be pumped to the heart can also react strongly with the medicine.

• Ques : What is Drotin DS 80mg tablet?

  Ans : Drotin is a medication which contains Drotaverine as an active ingredient in it. it is an antispasmodic drug which blocks or relieves the development of muscle spasms in smooth muscles.

• Ques : What is Drotin DS 80mg tablet used for?

  Ans : Drotin is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Pain in renal colic, Functional bowel disorders, Pain in stomach, Menstrual periods, Gallstones pain in the kidneys, Pain in abdomen, and Chest pain.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Drotin DS 80mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication has some commonly reported side effects include: Nausea and Vomiting, Dry mouth, Change in pulse rate, Dizziness, Headache, Difficulty in breathing, Allergic skin reaction, Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet, and Fall in blood pressure.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Drotin Ds 80Mg Tablet?

  Ans : This tablet should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects. It is a prescribed medication.

• Ques : Is drotin ds 80mg safe in pregnancy?

  Ans : Drotin is not advised to use during pregnancy unless it essential. The benefits and risks should be discussed with your doctor before using this medicine. It is a prescribed medication. It is categorized as not safe during pregnancy as it can cross the placental barrier and can be a risk to the fetus.

• Ques : Does Drotin ds 80 mg raise blood pressure?

  Ans : Yes, Drotin ds 80 mg causes in high blood pressure.

• Ques : Does drotin ds 80 mg make you sleepy?

  Ans : Yes. Drotin ds 80 mg make patients sleepy. It can also lead to constipation, muscle spasms and allergic dermatitis.

• Ques : Can Drotin DS Tablet be used for pain in renal colic and functional bowel disorders?

  Ans : Yes, Drotin DS is used for pain in renal colic and functional bowel disorders.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of drotin ds 80mg tablet?

  Ans : Drotin should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. It is important to dispose unused medications and expired medications properly to avoid adverse effects.

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