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Isopropamide

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Isopropamide

Isopropamide is a synthetic anti-cholinergic drug, which is used for treating peptic ulcer and other gastrointestinal disorders caused by hyperacidity and hypermotility. It is also used for the treatment of muscular contraction that causes pain, cold, gastritis, hyperchlorhydria, pylorospasm, acute nonspecific gastroenteritis, biliary dyskinesia, chronic cholelithiasis, inflammation of nasal membrane, duodenitis, depression and nausea.

Side effects noticed due to overdose of Isopropamide are dysphagia, thirst, blurred vision, dilated pupils, photophobia, fever, fast heartbeat, disorientation and dry mouth. Seek immediate medical attention in case of serious side effects.

This medicine comes as a tablet to be consumed orally with or without food. Consult your doctor regarding the dosage. Also inform your healthcare provider of any history of allergies that you might have; If you are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant; any other medicine you might be taking.

    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 Isopropamide ?

    • Slow Heart Rate

    • Flushing

    • Photophobia

    • Dilation Of The Pupil Of The Eye

    • Palpitations

    • Dry Mouth

    • Arrhythmia

    • Increased Heart Rate

    • Constipation

    • Difficulty Or Painful Urination

    • Excessive Thirst

    • Loss Of Accommodation

    • Reduced Bronchial Secretions

    • Dry Skin

    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 Isopropamide

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    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?

      If you miss a dose of Isopropamide, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

    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 Isopropamide

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains Isopropamide 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 acts as a quaternary anticholinergic drug that is used for treating peptic ulcer and gastrointestinal disorder (increased acidity and motility). It prevents the parasympathetic nerve impulses by blocking certain neurotransmitter acetylcholine to its receptor in nerve cells.

      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 Isopropamide ?

      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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        Paropex 12.5Mg Tablet Cr

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        Osmoset 50Mg Tablet

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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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