Spasmonil Tablet

Spasmonil Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of abdominal pain and cures the symptoms of intestinal and stomach cramping. This medicine falls under the category of antispasmodics in combination with a mild analgesic. It is also helpful in curing muscle ache, headache, toothache, arthritis, menstrual cramps, renal colic, biliary colic, etc.

It basically works by relaxing the muscles present in the GI tract and hence this medicine is used to treat stomach and intestinal cramping. Spasmonil Tab has a few major and minor side effects. The minor side effects include dry eyes, dizziness, blurred vision, weakness, abdominal bloating and a dry mouth.

The major side effects include irregular heartbeat, flushed skin, decreased sweating, loss of coordination, slurred speech, mood changes, changes in libido, and problems with urinating. If you experience any of these issues, you must contact your doctor immediately.

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. 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 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.

• Severe Abdominal Pain

• Intestinal Colic

• Dysmenorrhea

• Allergy

• Analgesic Nephropathy (Kidney Disease)

• Severe Liver Impairment

• Dizziness

• Weakness

• Abdominal Bloating

• Dry Mouth

• Sleepiness

• Nervousness

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  This medicine is not safe with alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  No, this medicine is not safe for pregnant women as it can affect the fetus.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  No, this medicine is not safe for breastfeeding women as it can affect the baby.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Yes, you can drive after taking this pill.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Patients who have impaired kidney function should not take this pill as it can lead to more kidney problems.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Patients who have impaired liver function should not take this pill as it can lead to more liver problems, including liver failure.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of effect lasts for 6-8 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The onset of action occurs anytime between 30 minutes to one hour after taking it.

• Is it habit forming?

  There are no habit forming tendencies reported with this pill.

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

• Trigan D Tablet

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Sumo L Spas Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Nt Spas Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Pipcol 20 Mg/325 Mg Tablet

  Geno Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Spasfiz 20mg/325mg Tablet

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Colicure 20 mg/325 mg Tablet

  Empiai Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose, you should take one as soon as you remember that you’ve missed the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  If you have overdosed on the pill, you must consult your doctor immediately. Certain signs of overdose include confusion, drowsiness and lightheadedness.

This medicine is a drug that treats smooth muscle spasms and 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. Also it selectively inhibits enzyme function in the brain which allows it to treat pain and fever. It activates certain receptors in the brain that inhibit pain signals.

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

  When taken with alcohol, this pill can increase the patients risk of developing liver problems.

• Interaction with Medicine

  There are no interactions with medicines.

• Interaction with Disease

  It can have negative interactions with certain diseases.These include high blood pressure, problems with urinating, glaucoma, nervous system problems, enlarged prostate, problems with the liver or kidneys, and heart or thyroid problems .

• Interaction with Food

  There are no negative interactions with food.

• Ques : What is spasmonil tablet?

  Ans : It is prescribed to people having irritable bowel syndrome, headache, period pain, pain in stomach and joints. Dicyclomine and Paracetamol are the main constituents present in Spasmonil tablet. The drug works by relieving the pain and develops more blood flow across the skin. It also give relief from heat loss and sweating along with relaxing smooth muscle spasms of the gastrointestinal tract.

• Ques : What is spasmonil used for?

  Ans : It is used for the cure and preventing diseases like IBS, Period Pain, Headache, Toothache, Flu, Ear Pain, Fever and pain in Joints or Stomach. It can also be used in cases where people suffer from Abdominal Cramping, Arthralgia, Motion Sickness, Inability to control urine, Catarrh and Chills.

• Ques : What are the side effects of spasmonil tablet?

  Ans : There is a chance of a few side effects occurring while consuming th Spasmonil Tab such as Drowsiness, Vomiting, Dry mouth, Nausea, Allergic reactions, Rashes. Some other side effects may include Acute renal tubular necrosis, Thirst, Less white blood cells and Blurred vision. This is a broad list and if any one indicates any of the above mentioned side effects, you should promptly consult a doctor.

• Ques : Can i stop taking Spasmonil Medicine when my pain is relieved?

  Ans : It is observed that the tablet shows result in a day or two, but some medicines need to be decreased gradually rather than stopped immediately after relief. For changing your dose or completely stopping the use of this medicine, you should surely consult your doctor. Sudden stoppage of such medicine might result in some rebound effects so it is advised to consult a doctor before doing so.

• Ques : Can the use of spasmonil tablet cause diarrhea?

  Ans : Yes, using Spasmonil tablet can cause diarrhea.

• Ques : Can the use of spasmonil tablet cause dry mouth?

  Ans : Yes, using it may cause mouth dryness.

• Ques : Are there any specific contraindication associated with the use of spasmonil tablet?

  Ans : Yes,It is in contradiction to hypersensitivity. It is advised not to consume this medication if the patient is having hypersensitivity.

• Ques : Is it safe to use spasmonil tab during pregnancy?

  Ans : No, it is not safe to use it during pregnancy as it may lead to adverse effects.

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