category
Digestive
composition
This is antispasmodic drug ie Drotaverine 80 mg + mefenamic acid 250 mg.
workings
Drotaverine works by reducing calcium reuptake by the cells, thereby correcting the body's calcium levels and relieving contractions associated with smooth muscles. Mefenamic acid works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.
usage
Abdominal pain,,muscle pain,,migraine headache,,functional bowel disorders,,dysmenorrhea,,heavy bleeding during periods,,renal colic pain,,pain after surgery.
directions
Drotaverine 80 mg and mefenemic acid 250 mg is used in the treatment of abdominal pain. Drotaverine works by reducing calcium reuptake by the cells, thereby correcting the body's calcium levels and relieving contractions associated with smooth muscles. Mefenamic acid works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.
side effects
Gastrointestinal disturbances,,Feeling thirsty,,Nausea,,Vomiting,,Diarrhoea,,Dry mouth,,Rashes,,Itching
warnings
Warning : If you have allergic reactions inform your doctor if you have heart,liver or kidney problems.Talk to your doctor if you have low blood pressure or are taking levodopa.
interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: drotaverine 80 mg + mefenamic acid 250 mg may interact with pain killers: aspirin, ibuprofen,, anticoagulants :warfarin,, anti-Parkinson's :levodopa,, immunosuppressants :cyclosporine, tacrolimus,, anti-gout :probenecid,, anti-depressant :duloxetine, lithium, fluoxetine, sertraline,, cardiac glycosides: digoxin,, anti-rheumatoid: methotrexate,,.
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption while intake of drotaverine 80 mg + mefenamic acid 250 mg as it might cause increased dizziness and risk of stomach bleeding.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Avoid intake of Drotaverine 80 mg + mefenamic acid 250 mg if you have peptic ulcers, bleeding disorders, low blood pressure, diabetes, Crohn's disease, inflammatory bowel disease, heart, kidney or liver problems.
contraindications
Avoid caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly.
other
Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or if you are a breastfeed mother.
storage
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from sunlight and moisture.
directions use
Swallow the tablets whole, do not crush or chew.,,Follow your doctor's instructions for adjusting your dose.