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Anafortan Drop

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Product introduction

Anafortan Drop is used to treat abdominal cramps. It helps to control sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby reduces cramps and pain.

Anafortan Drop may be taken with or without food in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are palpitations, excessive thirst, dryness in mouth, reduced bronchial secretions, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), difficulty in urination, and constipation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.

Inform your doctor before taking Anafortan Drop if you are suffering from overactive thyroid, obstructive airway disease, or inflammation of the intestine (ulcerative colitis). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Anafortan Drop

Benefits of Anafortan Drop

In Abdominal cramp

Anafortan Drop gives relief from abdominal pain and cramps. It relaxes the muscles in the stomach and intestine and stops sudden muscle contractions or spasms. By doing this, it relieves cramp, pain, bloating and discomfort. This can help you in doing your daily activities without any difficulties. Take this medicine as directed by your doctor.

Side effects of Anafortan Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Anafortan

  • Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
  • Constipation
  • Difficulty in urination
  • Dilatation of pupil
  • Dry skin
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Excessive thirst
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Increased heart rate
  • Loss of accommodation
  • Palpitations
  • Photophobia
  • Reduce bronchial secretion

How to use Anafortan Drop

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Anafortan Drop may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Anafortan Drop works

Anafortan Drop is an anticholinergic which relaxes the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort.

Safety advice

Alcohol
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Anafortan Drop. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
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Information regarding the use of Anafortan Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Anafortan Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
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It is not known whether Anafortan Drop alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
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There is limited information available on the use of Anafortan Drop in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
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There is limited information available on the use of Anafortan Drop in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Anafortan Drop?

If you miss a dose of Anafortan Drop, 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.\n

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
  • Do not skip any dose and finish the complete course even if you feel better.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Alpha-Amino Acid Ester
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Anticholinergics

Interaction with drugs

Taking Anafortan with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient concerns

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Having ulcerative colitis. Presently taking Mesalgine & Azoran. Now having severe menstrual cramps. Pl advise. Should i take Anafortan or Meftal?
Dr. Kunal Parasar
Surgical Gastroenterology
If needed u can take
Experience pain in uterine cavity which is exaggerated after urinating. LMP 1-1-17 Is Anafortan safe? Can Norflox 400 Bd be given?
Dr. Megha Tuli
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Yes Norfolk would be a good medicine for UTI.
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FAQs

Q. What is Anafortan Drop used for?

Anafortan Drop is used to relieve symptoms such as a severe stomach pain, bloating, cramps, associated with various conditions such as painful periods, or menstrual cramps, abdominal pain caused by kidney stones, blockage of the urinary tract or bile duct.

Q. Is Anafortan Drop safe during pregnancy?

Anafortan Drop is given during the active phase of labor to accelerate labor (when necessary) generally at 3cm of cervical dilatation. However, it should not be used during pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor.

Q. Is Anafortan Drop a painkiller?

Anafortan Drop is an anti-spasmodic medicine that works by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and gut to reduce abdominal pain and cramps.

Q. For how long will I need to take Anafortan Drop?

You will need to take this medicine as long as prescribed by your doctor. This depends on your condition and how you respond to the medicine.

Q. When will I start feeling better after taking Anafortan Drop?

Anafortan Drop may take 1-2 hours to show its effectiveness. However, this depends on your condition, dosage, and response to treatment.

Q. Is constipation common after taking Anafortan Drop?

Yes, constipation is a common side-effect of this medicine. To get relief, include fiber in your diet (fruits and vegetables), drink 8-10 glasses of fluids a day, and keep active. If you do not have a bowel movement for 2-3 days, consult your doctor.

Q. I am experiencing dryness in the mouth, is it due to Anafortan Drop?

Yes, dryness in the mouth is a common side-effect of this medicine. Keep sipping water or try chewing sugar-free gum to get relief from dryness in the mouth.

Q. Can I take any pain killer along with Anafortan Drop?

It is advisable not to take any medications without consulting your doctor first. Self-medication can be risky and should be avoided.

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References

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Country of origin: India
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