Ranispas Old Tablet
About Ranispas Old Tablet
A antispasmodic, Ranispas Old Tablet is used for the treatment of a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowels 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.
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.
What are the uses of Ranispas Old Tablet
Stomach Discomfort And Cramps
Menstrual Cramps
Pelvic Pain And Cramping
Abdominal Pain And Cramps
What are the contraindications of Ranispas Old Tablet ?
Hypersensitivity
What are the side effects of Ranispas Old Tablet ?
Headache
Nausea Or Vomiting
Mental Confusion
Muscle Pain
Difficulty In Breathing
Key highlights of Ranispas Old Tablet
Is It safe with alcohol?
This medication may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Caution is advised while using this medicine during pregnancy.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Caution is advised while using this medicine during pregnancy.
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.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medicine can be observed after an hour of oral or intravenous administration.
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4-6 hours.
What are the substitutes for Ranispas Old Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Ranispas Old Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Ranitas Dc 10 Mg/150 Mg Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Rd S 10 Mg/150 Mg Tablet
Brawn Laboratories Ltd
- Acispas 10 Mg/150 Mg Tablet
Siesta Pharmaceuticals
- Radic 10 Mg/150 Mg Tablet
Bennet Pharmaceuticals Limited
- Cycloran 10 Mg/150 Mg Tablet
Active Healthcare
- Aciloc D 10 Mg/150 Mg Tablet
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
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.
What are the interactions of Ranispas Old Tablet ?
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
Ethanol
Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine. Contact your doctor if you experience prolonged heartburn or presence of blood in the vomit or stools.Interaction with Medicine
Ketoconazole
Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. The use of this medication tends to make Ketoconazole less effective. Inform the doctor if the symptoms do not improve or worsen. Do not discontinue the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.
Loperamide
Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. Dose adjustment and safety monitoring may be needed when both these medicines are taken together. Your doctor may prescribe alternative medicine if your intake of Loperamide is very high or you suffer to have a heart condition.
Metformin
Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. An adjustment in the dose and more frequent monitoring of blood level are advised when these two medicines are taken together.
Atazanavir
Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. Your doctor may adjust the dosage of Atazanavir when it is to be consumed along with this medication. Do not stop the usage of any medication without consulting your doctor.
Dasatinib
Report the usage of either of the medications to the doctor. It is advised to replace one or both of these medicines with alternates that do not interact. Do not stop the usage of any medication without consulting the doctor.
Pazopanib
Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. Use of these two medications together should be avoided. Your doctor may prescribe suitable alternatives in such cases.
Interaction with Disease
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Use of this medication is not recommended for use if any symptoms indicating gastrointestinal bleeding exists. Consult your doctor if there is blood in vomit or the stools are bloody or black.
Porphyria
This medication should be used with extreme caution in patients having a history of acute Porphyria.
Interaction with Food
FAQs about Ranispas Old Tablet
Ques : Do you have to eat before taking Ranispas Old Tablet?
Ans : Ranispas Old Tablet can be taken with food or water within a prescribed schedule, and most of the people discovered that mixing it food helps them to get around an upset stomach. If you are on a prescribed schedule and unintentionally misses a dose, in that case, you can take it if there's a lot of time before the next dose.
Ques : How Ranispas Old Tablet helps in periods?
Ans : Ranispas Old Tablet and naproxen are only accessible on prescriptions. nsaids(nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) lowering your body's production of a hormone-like element called prostaglandin, which is associated with heavy periods. it can also be taken in periods pain as a reliever. it is not a form of contraceptive.
Ques : What Ranispas Old Tablet is used for?
Ans : Ranispas Old Tablet is an antispasmodic tablet used for treating specific type of intestinal complication such as irritable bowels syndrome. it also decreases the symptoms of intestinal and stomach cramping. this medicine minimises the natural movement of the gout loosening up the stomach and intestine muscles. it is also used as a reliever during cramps and menstrual periods.
Ques : What are the side effects of Ranispas Old Tablet?
Ans :
As an anti-inflammatory medicine, it has its own side effects. there are few major and minor side effects. some of them are mentioned below:
- diarrhea
- constipation
- shortage of breath
- blurred eyesight
- painful urination
- bloody and cloudy urine
- fast heartbeat
- weight gain
- swelling
- extreme tiredness
Ques : If it safe to take Ranispas Old Tablet?
Ans : This medication could be taken after food. in case of stomach upset, patients are not adequate to use Ranispas Old Tablet unless it is recommended by doctors. excessive dosage or overdose of this medicine will lead to stomach bleeding and other side effects. to shorten the risk of side effects such as stomach bleeding, patients are advised to take dosage as per doctors recommendation.
Ques : Can i take Ranispas Old Tablet after drinking alcohol?
Ans : Use of alcohol is not recommended with Ranispas Old Tablet. it will increase risk of stomach or intestinal bleeding produced by mefenamic acid. it could also lead to bloody,black and tarry stools, blood in cough and vomiting.
Ques : Can Ranispas Old Tablet be used for toothaches?
Ans : Medications like Ranispas Old Tablet and other painkillers are also called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs(nsaids). conditions such as arthritis, pain related to heavy menstrual bleeding and post surgical pains are treated by Ranispas Old Tablet.
Ques : Is it safe to take ibuprofen with Ranispas Old Tablet?
Ans : Mefenamic acid should not be used with painkillers such as aspirin or any other nsaids(non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) taken by mouth as a combination, it might increase the risk of stomach and intestinal bleeding, which lead to many other side effects like: diarrhea, constipation, heavy breathing, blurred vision, painful urination, bloody and cloudy urine, fast heartbeat, weight gain, swelling and extreme tiredness.
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